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The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe (1905)

by Daniel Defoe Return to list Adopt this book

This classic tale of triumph over adversity tells of the adventures of the young Robinson Crusoe, the sole survivor of a shipwreck who is cast ashore on a desert island.

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I use the British Library often for research, but I LOVE adopting books as gifts for people. My most recent adoption was in honor of my English professor in college. I am not just a literary scholar because of her influence--I am also a better human being.

Pamela J. Francis
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My daughter and I both love the ambiance of the British Library and feel proud to be Readers. Supporting the Adopt a Book scheme is the least I can do.

John Nicholson