“Robinson Crusoe”
By Daniel Defoe (1719) | Simplified English Edition
Original title: The Life and Strange Surprizing Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, of York, Mariner: Who lived Eight and Twenty Years, all alone in an un-inhabited Island on the Coast of America, near the Mouth of the Great River of Oroonoque; Having been cast on Shore by Shipwreck, wherein all the Men perished but himself. With An Account how he was at last as strangely deliver’d by Pyrates. Written by Himself.
(Continuing from Part 02) After escaping the terrible storm at Yarmouth, I traveled by land to London. I was still young, inexperienced, and uncertain about my future. I had no relatives in London who could help me, and I knew very little about business or life at sea. I had enough money to return home … Read more
(Continuing from Part 01) The sea was calm again, and the terrible fear I had felt during the first storm slowly disappeared. My friend, the captain’s son, encouraged me to enjoy the journey. “Come, Robinson,” he said. “You must not be afraid of a little wind. You will soon become used to life at sea.” … Read more
My name is Robinson Crusoe. I was born in the city of York, England, in the year 1632. My family was comfortable and respected. We were not rich, but we had enough money to live without serious worries. My father was originally from Germany. He came to England and became a successful businessman. My mother … Read more