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Adapter Newman, Francis William, 1805-1897
Author Defoe, Daniel, 1661?-1731
Title Rebilius Cruso: Robinson Crusoe, in Latin; a book to lighten tedium to a learner
Note According to preface, takes "only the general idea from Defoe."
Note See also #70468.
Credits Mark C. Orton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Rebilius Cruso: Robinson Crusoe, in Latin; a book to lighten tedium to learners" by Francis William Newman is a Latin adaptation of the classic novel "Robinson Crusoe," structured as a language teaching tool written in the late 19th century. The work aims to facilitate the learning of Latin through an engaging narrative that draws on the adventures of the iconic protagonist, Robinson Crusoe. In this adaptation, the author offers a fresh interpretation while maintaining the essence of Defoe's original tale, focusing on relatable experiences and vocabulary appealing to learners. At the start of the text, the author shares insights into his motivations for creating this adaptation. Newman reflects on the importance of practical language teaching methods over rigid academic approaches in learning Latin, arguing for engaging storytelling through the experiences of Robinson Crusoe. The opening chapters introduce the protagonist's perilous journey when shipwrecked and subsequently stranded on a deserted island. Newman emphasizes the hardships and resilience of Crusoe, detailing his initial struggles for survival, interactions with his surroundings, and the gradual development of his resourcefulness as he learns to navigate his new life in solitude. The stage is set for a rich exploration of human ingenuity and adaptability as the narrative unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Latin
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Shipwreck survival -- Fiction
Subject Islands -- Fiction
Subject Crusoe, Robinson (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
Subject Atlantic Ocean -- Fiction
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Castaways -- Fiction
Subject Latin language -- Readers
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EBook-No. 50732
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Most Recently Updated Jun 18, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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