Johann David Wyss

Gebundenes Buch

The Swiss Family Robinson

Beschreibung

This beautiful HarperCollins Children's Classics edition of Johann David Wyss's The Swiss Family Robinson is the perfect addition to any bookshelf. While travelling from Switzerland to Australia, William, Elizabeth and their four sons, Fritz, Ernest, Jack and Franz, are caught in a terrible storm. Shipwrecked on a desert island, they are left to fend for themselves, equipped with supplies salvaged from the wreckage and surrounded by an array of animals. Every day brings new challenges to overcome, and the family must use their wits to survive. This classic castaway adventure celebrates the values of self-reliance, resourcefulness and cooperation, and has been a cornerstone of its genre since it was published over two hundred years ago. Complete your library with HarperCollins Children's Classics.

Autor

Johann David Wyss (1743-1818) was a Swiss author, best known for his classic adventure novel The Swiss Family Robinson. Born in Bern, Switzerland, Wyss was a pastor, a military chaplain and an avid naturalist. He was deeply interested in nature and the outdoors, which later influenced the themes and settings of his most famous work. The Swiss Family Robinson was inspired by Wyss's desire to write an instructive tale for his four sons, teaching them about family values, morality and the importance of self-reliance and cooperation. Originally published in 1812, the novel has since become a beloved children's classic that has been translated into numerous languages and adapted into various films, television series and stage productions. Although Wyss wrote The Swiss Family Robinson primarily as a pedagogical tool for his children, the novel's themes and adventures have resonated with readers of all ages for generations. The book's combination of thrilling exploits, survival skills and life lessons has contributed to its enduring popularity and status as a classic piece of literature.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Simon & Brown
• Seitenzahl: 348
• Erscheinungstermin: 6. März 2012
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 235mm x 157mm x 25mm
• Gewicht: 716g
• ISBN-13: 9781613829172
• ISBN-10: 1613829175
• Artikelnr.: 47001292