The Swiss family Robinson
Wyss, Johann David2024
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Total copies: 1
The classic tale of a family stranded on a desert island after their ship is wrecked at sea Puffin Classics: the definitive collection of timeless stories, for every child
Rediscover the Puffin Classics collection and bring the best-loved classics to a new generation - including this charming edition of The Swiss Family Robinson
Following a wild and raging storm, the Swiss family Robinson are stranded at sea. But the thundering waves have swept them off to a tropical island, where a new life awaits them. Their ship is laden with supplies and the island is packed with treasures, so they soon adapt and discover new dangers and delights every day . . .
With an inspiring introduction by American author and America's first children's laureate Jon Scieszka.
Main title:
The Swiss family Robinson / Johann David Wyss.
Author:
Wyss, Johann David, authorScieszka, Jon, author
Edition:
Reprint.
Imprint:
London : Puffin, 2024.
Collation:
471 p. : 198 x 129 mm. 350 gm.
Series:
Puffin classics
Notes:
First pub 1814.
Audience:
Young People.Reading grade level: 9-11.Interest age level: 9-12.Interest grade level: KS2 KS3.
Biography/History:
Johann David Wyss (1743-1818) was, like the narrator of his famous story, a Swiss pastor who had four sons. He is best remembered for Swiss Family Robinson which it is said was inspired by Daniel Defoe's Robinson Crusoe and which became an international classic bestseller.
ISBN:
9780241734360 (pbk. :)
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
798201