The Swiss family Robinson /
Johann Wyss ; adapted by Eliza Gatewood Warren ; illustrations by Pablo Marcos Studio.
- New York, N.Y. : Baronet Books, c1990.
- 239 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm.
- Great illustrated classics ; B224-11 .
- Great illustrated classics (New York, N.Y.) ; B224-11. .
Shipwrecked! -- Return to the wreck -- Nonsuch bridge -- House in the trees -- Tortoise takes us for a ride -- Journey into the interior -- Grizzle's strance companion -- Grotto that time forgot -- Holiday ... then horror! -- Terror at Felsenheim -- Mirage in the desert -- Capturing the world's biggest bird -- Cajack -- Mysterious message -- Sailor named Emily -- Sad farewell.
'The Robinson family - shipwrecked on a desert island - must discover hidden strength in themselves to survive! Watch as they defend themselves against wild beasts, learn to hunt & fish, & to find shelter. As time passes, they grow to love the wild beauty of their island home, filled with rare animals, exotic bids & fragrant wild flowers. When a ship sails into their bay they must ask themselves if they really want to go home? This timeless story of inner resources & family love has thrilled & delighted young readers for over a hundred years!' --
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