Crusoe's Island
| Author | : Andrew Lambert |
| Publisher | : Faber & Faber |
| Total Pages | : 251 |
| Release | : 2016-09-13 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9780571330256 |
| ISBN-13 | : 0571330258 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (56 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Crusoe's Island by : Andrew Lambert
Download or read book Crusoe's Island written by Andrew Lambert and published by Faber & Faber. This book was released on 2016-09-13 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From an acclaimed naval historian, Crusoe's Island charts the curious relationship between the British and an island on the other side of the world: Robinson Crusoe, in the South Pacific.The tiny island assumed a remarkable position in British culture, most famously in Daniel Defoe's novel. Andrew Lambert reveals the truth behind the legend of this place, bringing to life the voices of the visiting sailors, scientists and artists, as well as the wonders, tragedy and violence that they encountered.
