Lang Lang. Reading 04: Robinson Crusoe

Author: Hai Qing
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: Robinson Crusoe tells the story of Robinson, a 19-year-old boy, who, in pursuit of his dream of sailing, defied his parents' advice and resolutely abandoned his comfortable and stable life, eventually embarking on a journey of exploration. During a shipwreck, he was swept ashore to an uninhabited island by giant waves, marking the beginning of his arduous and long-lasting life on the island. Robinson was not intimidated by the difficulties but dared to challenge nature and death. He built tents, fenced off areas, constructed a "castle," made tools, grew crops, raised livestock, and fought against savages, creating miracles on his own in the wilderness. Later, he returned to his long-separated hometown, London, England, ending his more than thirty years of solitary life. The novel vividly depicts Robinson's misfortune on the deserted island, his unwavering courage in the face of hardship, his self-sufficiency, and his struggle against the harsh environment, praising the beauty of human wisdom and diligence. Robinson's character actually represents the advanced, adventurous, and pioneering spirit of the bourgeoisie in 17th-century England.