Daniel Defoe

Robinson Crusoe - Illustrated by N. C. Wyeth

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Produktbeschreibung

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.

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

Autorenporträt

Daniel Defoe (1660-1731) was an English writer, journalist, and businessman who is best known for his novels, particularly Robinson Crusoe, which is widely considered to be one of the first novels in the English language. Defoe was born in London to a wealthy Presbyterian family and was educated at a dissenting academy. Defoe initially worked in the hosiery trade but later turned to writing, publishing a variety of political and social commentary in newspapers and pamphlets. He was a prolific writer, producing over 500 works during his lifetime, including novels, poetry, and essays. Defoe's most famous novel, Robinson Crusoe, was published in 1719 and tells the story of a man who is shipwrecked on a deserted island and must survive on his own. The novel was a huge success and has been translated into numerous languages. In addition to his literary pursuits, Defoe was involved in politics and served as a spy and propagandist for the British government. Defoe died in 1731 and is remembered as one of the most important figures in English literature, as well as a pioneering journalist and political commentator.