Robinson Crusoe

Set in the seventeenth century, the story follows Robinson Crusoe, a young Englishman from York, who defies his father's wishes for a secure life by pursuing a life at sea. Initially, he travels with a friend, but after a perilous storm, his companion abandons the journey. Crusoe finds success as a merchant but faces misfortune when his ship is captured by pirates, leading to his enslavement in North Africa. This tale explores themes of adventure, rebellion, and the struggle for survival against overwhelming odds.