Swiss Family Robinson

Swiss Family Robinson is a classic adventure novel written by Johann David Wyss. The story follows the Robinson family, consisting of a father, mother, and four sons, who are shipwrecked on a deserted island in the South Pacific. The family must learn to survive and adapt to their new surroundings, building shelter, finding food and water, and defending themselves against wild animals.As they explore the island, the Robinsons encounter a variety of challenges and adventures, including discovering a hidden cave, taming wild animals, and building a treehouse. They also encounter a group of pirates who have landed on the island and must defend themselves against their attacks.Throughout the book, the Robinsons demonstrate resourcefulness, ingenuity, and a strong sense of family unity. They work together to overcome obstacles and create a new life on the island, while also learning important lessons about the natural world and the value of hard work and perseverance.First published in 1812, Swiss Family Robinson has become a beloved classic of children's literature, inspiring numerous adaptations and spin-offs in film, television, and other media. It remains a timeless tale of adventure, survival, and family values that continues to captivate readers of all ages.`I will spare you a description, ' said my wife, `of our first day's occupations; truth to tell, I spent the time chiefly in anxious thought and watching your progress and signals. I rose very early this morning, and with the utmost joy perceiving your signal that all was right, hastened to reply to it, and then while my sons yet slumbered, I sat down and began to consider how our position could be improved....This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work