Jethou; or, Crusoe Life in the Channel Isles by Ernest R. Suffling

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Author Suffling, Ernest R. (Ernest Richard), 1855-1911
Title Jethou; or, Crusoe Life in the Channel Isles
Credits E-text prepared by Steven Gibbs, Martin Pettit, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Jethou; or, Crusoe Life in the Channel Isles" by Ernest R. Suffling is a fictional narrative written in the late 19th century. This story revolves around Harry Nilford, a young man who undertakes a self-imposed solitary adventure on the small island of Jethou in the Channel Islands, seeking to live the life of a modern-day Crusoe. As he navigates the trials and joys of isolation, the book explores themes of adventure, survival, and the relationship between man and nature." "At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Harry and his youthful aspirations for adventure, drawing parallels with the classic tale of Robinson Crusoe. His journey begins with an accident involving his father’s fishing vessel, which leads to a trip to Guernsey. Captivated by the beauty of Jethou, Harry persuades an island owner to allow him to live there alone for a year. This opening section effectively sets the stage for his adventures and personal challenges, laying out a detailed and engaging backdrop for his upcoming experiences on the island." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Subject Channel Islands
Subject Jethou
Category Text
EBook-No. 17618
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 13, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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