“In the course of our lives, the evil which in itself we seek most to shun, and which, when we are fallen into, is the most dreadful to us, is oftentimes the very means or door of our deliverance, by which alone we can be raised again from the affliction we are fallen into.”
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The life and adventures of Robinson Crusoe; including an account of his shipwreck, and residence for twenty-nine years on an unknown island: the remarkable history of his deliverance; and the extraordinary circumstances which afterwards befel him in various parts of the world
This book recounts the story of Robinson Crusoe, a castaway who washes up on a remote island after a shipwreck. Over the course of twenty-nine years, he learns to survive in the wilderness, build a shelter, and cultivate the land. His tale of resilience and resourcefulness is followed by his eventual rescue and his extraordinary experiences in different parts of the world. more
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Daniel Defoe
Daniel Defoe, an English writer born on September 13, 1660, and died on April 24, 1731. His works covered a wide range of genres, including adventure novels, political satire, and philosophical thinking, with his most famous work being 'Robinson Crusoe'. Defoe's works have had a profound impact on literature. more
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