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Aug 18, 2018
Classic books tend to have lasting impressions on generations of readers, and Robinson Crusoe falls under that category. The book is a delightful combination of eloquent prose, plays on emotion, and even philosophical reasoning. It is among the very first successful books about a stranded protagonist, which adds to its genuine story -- adventures at sea, with a shipwrecked man finding himself alone on a remote island. With an endearing story, the author is able to control the flow of ideas and information very well, as the pace is enough to engage readers to the end. Not only do readers experience the survival aspect, but also the judgement of one's morality: choices that led Crusoe to where he is now, religious influence, awareness of the functioning world, and the ruthlessness of nature. It is recommended for more familiar audiences due to the old English language it was written in. In today's modern world and in the 1700s, Daniel Defoe's classic literature proves worthy of a read. Rating: 4.5 of 5 @Mercurial_Series of the Teen Review Board at the Hamilton Public Library