(Continuing from Part 09) After climbing aboard the wrecked ship, I began thinking about how to carry supplies back to shore. I had found food, drink, and many useful objects, but I could not swim while carrying heavy things. I needed a raft. Fortunately, the ship contained plenty of wood, ropes, and tools. I found … Read more
(Continuing from Part 08) The enormous wave struck our little boat and threw all of us into the sea. I sank deep beneath the water. For several moments, I could not breathe. The sea was so violent that I did not know which direction was upward. I thought I was going to die. Then the … Read more
(Continuing from Part 07) My plantation in Brazil was becoming more successful every year. I had worked hard to improve my land, and my crops were growing well. I was no longer a poor young man searching for opportunities. I owned property, had useful equipment, and could look forward to a comfortable future. If I … Read more
(Continuing from Part 06) As the Portuguese ship approached our little boat, I felt an enormous sense of relief. For many days, Xury and I had traveled along the African coast, uncertain whether we would ever reach safety. Now a large European ship was coming toward us. The sailors called out in several languages, including … Read more
(Continuing from Part 05) After killing the lion and taking its skin, Xury and I continued sailing south along the African coast. For ten or twelve days, we traveled almost without stopping. Our food supplies were becoming smaller, so we ate very carefully. We went ashore only when we needed fresh water. I hoped to … Read more
(Continuing from Part 04) After escaping from Salé, I sailed south along the coast of Africa with the young boy Xury. We were finally free, but we were also in great danger. Our boat was small, and we had no clear destination. We carried some bread, fresh water, guns, and ammunition, but these supplies would … Read more
(Continuing from Part 03) After the pirates captured our ship, they took us to the port of Salé, on the coast of North Africa. I had lost everything. My trading goods were gone, my hopes of becoming wealthy had disappeared, and I was no longer a free man. The other English sailors were taken to … Read more
(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