Daniel Defoe

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Robinson Crusoe - Illustrated by N. C. Wyeth

Beschreibung

Celebrating 300 years since its first publication, Pook Press releases a new edition of Daniel Defoe¿s ¿Robinson Crusoe¿, with stunning illustrations by N. C. Wyeth. This classic novel, originally published in 1719, is considered one of the most famous English literary works of all time. Pook Press presents this facsimile of the 1920 illustrated edition, containing 13 nostalgic colour plates by N. C. Wyeth, one of Americäs greatest Illustrators. The story chronicles the dramatic adventures, trials and tribulations of the title character, Robinson Crusoe. During a treacherous sea voyage Crusoe¿s ship gets attacked by pirates, leaving his vessel shipwrecked, and he finds himself deserted on an island in the Caribbean. Told from the castaway¿s perspective, the book follows Crusoe¿s encounters with the island and its inhabitants, his servant ¿Man Friday¿, the desperate attempts to escape, and the struggle to survive the island that has held him for 28 years. Pook Press celebrates the great 'Golden Age of Illustration' in children's literature - a period of unparalleled excellence in book illustration. We publish rare and vintage classic illustrated books, in high-quality colour editions, so that the masterful artwork and story-telling can continue to delight both young and old.

Autor

Daniel Defoe, born around 1660 in London, was a writer, trader, and journalist who became one of the earliest novelists in the English language. Known for his adventurous spirit, Defoe engaged in various businesses and faced financial hardships, leading him to become a prolific pamphleteer. His life experiences, including time in prison, greatly influenced his writing and shaped his views on politics and society.In 1719, Defoe published Robinson Crusoe, which gained widespread acclaim and is often credited as one of the first English novels. His writing style, blending realism with fiction, allowed readers to engage deeply with his characters' inner lives. This novel, along with his other works, significantly impacted the development of the English novel and storytelling.Throughout his life, Defoe continued writing novels, essays, and political pamphlets, often under pseudonyms. His later works, like Moll Flanders and A Journal of the Plague Year, further explored complex characters and social themes. Defoe's legacy as a pioneer of English literature endures, with his novels still celebrated for their insight into human nature and society.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Pook Press
• Seitenzahl: 414
• Erscheinungstermin: 19. Dezember 2018
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 254mm x 178mm x 27mm
• Gewicht: 1150g
• ISBN-13: 9781528709262
• ISBN-10: 1528709268
• Artikelnr.: 55952493