The Life and Adventures of Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe

After a shipwreck, Robinson Crusoe survives alone on a remote island for nearly three decades, building a life through ingenuity, resourcefulness, and faith. The plot follows his physical and spiritual development, from despair to mastery of his environment. He eventually encounters other humans, including the loyal Friday, and faces moral dilemmas about civilization and colonization. The novel blends adventure, survival, and religious reflection. It’s a foundational tale of self-reliance and the colonial imagination.