De avonturen van kapitein Bob by Daniel Defoe

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Author Defoe, Daniel, 1661?-1731
Illustrator Langeler, Freddie, 1899-1948
Illustrator Wiegman, Jan, 1884-1963
Translator Elberts, G. W. (Gerardina Wilhelmina), 1868-1945
Title De avonturen van kapitein Bob
Note Translated adaptation of The Life, Adventures, and Piracies of the Famous Captain Singleton, #6422.
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Summary "De avonturen van kapitein Bob" by Daniel Defoe is a novel written in the early 18th century. The story follows the life of Bob Singleton, who endures a tumultuous childhood marked by abduction and a series of misadventures. Eventually, he becomes a seaman, leading to a life of exploration filled with dangers and challenges, as he navigates both treacherous waters and the complexities of human nature. The opening of the book introduces us to Bob Singleton's difficult childhood, beginning around 1680 in London. Captured by a scheming woman and sold into a life of hardship, Bob's early years are fraught with peril until he finds himself on a ship, experiencing the thrill of life at sea. As he matures, he faces violent conflicts and ultimately ends up deserted on a foreign island, where he must navigate survival and the uncertainties that come with it. Defoe sets the stage for Bob's adventures, blending themes of resilience and self-discovery, which promise an engaging journey ahead for readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Dutch
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Sea stories
Subject Picaresque literature
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Pirates -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 54118
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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