Daniel Defoe (1660-1731) an English political pamphleteer journalist and novelist was best known for his groundbreaking novels Robinson Crusoe (1719) and Moll Flanders (1722). Before becoming a writer Defoe faced several hardships as a failing businessman who was constantly in debt. Moreover his political pamphlets repeatedly led to his imprisonment. It was only around the age of 59 that Defoe set off completely on a literary course and published his magnum opus Robinson Crusoe. This novel sealed his reputation as a writer. Thereafter followed other renowned works of fiction such as Moll Flanders (1722) Colonel Jack (1722) and The Fortunate Mistress: or A History of the Life (1724).
<p>Cast away!</p><p>When young Robinson Crusoe refuted his father?s wishes choosing to be an adventurer at sea rather than studying law little did he realise that his life would change forever. Washed up on a deserted island after a violent storm at sea Robinson is left all alone with the ship?s dog and a few supplies. Will Robinson Crusoe be able to survive on the island? Were all these years of toil and caution in vain? Who is the savage Friday? Will he help Crusoe or finish him? Read about it all in the fascinating pages of this eternal classic.</p>
