Classic Starts(r) Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe

Classic Starts(r) Robinson Crusoe

Robinson Crusoe #1

Daniel Defoe with Jamel Akib (Illustrator)

160 pages first pub 1719 (editions)

fiction classics adventurous challenging reflective slow-paced

Description

A shipwreck. A sole survivor, stranded on a deserted island. What could be more appealing to children than Robinson Crusoe's amazing adventure? Set in the 17th century, and unfolding over a 30-year period, it offers plenty of suspense and everyday...

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Moods

adventurous 91%
reflective 33%
challenging 31%
informative 12%
inspiring 12%
hopeful 9%
tense 9%
dark 8%
emotional 5%
mysterious 5%
funny 3%
lighthearted 3%
sad 3%
relaxing 2%

Pace

slow 68%
medium 25%
fast 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 43% | A mix: 31% | Plot: 23% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 41% | No: 35% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

No: 65% | It's complicated: 18% | Yes: 14% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 54% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 18% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 36% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 24% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.11

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