Classic Starts (R): The Swiss Family Robinson
Published on 2. August 2022
Book
Hardback
160 pages
978-1-4549-4533-8 (ISBN)
Description
A shipwreck; a deserted island; a family wondering if they can survive.
Rich in suspense and surprises, The Swiss Family Robinson entices young readers to come along on a wonderful adventure, where each moment brings a new thrill. Featuring amazingly resourceful characters and a landscape bursting with exotic wildlife and plants, it's an irresistible tale of ingenuity.
Rich in suspense and surprises, The Swiss Family Robinson entices young readers to come along on a wonderful adventure, where each moment brings a new thrill. Featuring amazingly resourceful characters and a landscape bursting with exotic wildlife and plants, it's an irresistible tale of ingenuity.
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Series
Edition
Reissue
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Union Square & Co.
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: From Second Grade to Fourth Grade, Interest Age: From 7 to 9 years
Illustrations
10 b-w illus.
Dimensions
Height: 142 mm
Width: 198 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
222 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4549-4533-8 (9781454945338)
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Additional editions
Johann David Wyss
Classic Starts®: The Swiss Family Robinson
E-Book
09/2022
Union Square & Co.
€6.99
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Previous edition
Johann David Wyss
Classic Starts (R): The Swiss Family Robinson
Book
02/2007
Sterling Juvenile
€28.65
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Persons
Johann David Wyss (1743-1818) was a Swiss writer best known for The Swiss Family Robinson. Wyss was inspired by Daniel Defoe's classic novel Robinson Crusoe but wanted to create a story that would be accessible to children. His iconic novel has been adapted numerous times for television, film, and the stage.