I read the original when I was about 12, and had no difficulty following the story. This adaptation misses so much, is so simplified, that it is a pity to keep it in our small library. Unfortunately, the only copy of the full book is missing a page, so until a replacement is donated we'll make do with this.
What I didn't notice all those years ago was that Robinson was a slaver, his shipwreck occurred on a journey to pick up more "workers" from Africa for Brazilian plantations. And he railed at God for treating him that way, without ever thinking about changing his ways. I also wonder about the Spaniard who came to the island later as a prisoner of "savages". Historical evidence hints he was likely part of an effort to convert while hunting for their hidden treasure. ( )

Of all the series I think I loved this and Treasure Island the most. Something about exploration and discovery... and the independence of Robinson just stuck with me. Read it many times while in my early school years. ( )

This is one of my favorite classics. The story is about a man that has been stranded on a deserted island for more than 28 years. Despite loneliness and despair he finds courage and the will to live. Even though the story was written centuries ago it portrays moral qualities that are still important and valued in todays society, such as hard-working, gratitude, loyalty and faithfulness, courage and detrmination, tolerance and harmony between races . This is a great book to read for ages 8 and up.

About a man who got stranded on a island who also finds a slave for himself. ( )