The Life and Adventures of Robinson Crusoe

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The story follows a young man from Hull, England, who defies his father's wishes for a life of adventure at sea. His journey is fraught with peril, including a near-fatal first voyage and subsequent enslavement by pirates. After escaping to Brazil, his ambition drives him to partake in a morally questionable expedition to Africa. However, disaster strikes again, leaving him as the sole survivor on a deserted shore. The narrative explores themes of ambition, survival, and the consequences of one's choices.