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CHAPTER I - A Shipwreck, and Preparations for Deliverance
CHAPTER II - A Landing, and Consequent Occupations
CHAPTER III - Voyage of Discovery
CHAPTER IV - Return from the Voyage of Discovery—A Nocturnal Alarm
CHAPTER V - Return to the Wreck
CHAPTER VI - A Troop of Animals in Cork Jackets
CHAPTER VII - Second Journey of Discovery Performed by the Mother of the Family
CHAPTER VIII - Construction of a Bridge
CHAPTER IX - Change of Abode
A violent storm tosses a family’s ship onto treacherous rocks, leaving a father, his devoted wife, and four frightened boys stranded on an unknown shore. In the frantic hours after the crash, they cling to one another’s courage, offering prayers and hopeful resolve as the sea swallows their vessel. Their father's calm reassurance and the mother’s soothing presence become the anchors that steady the children amid the roar of the waves.
Now cast ashore, the family must quickly turn desperation into ingenuity. Together they survey the island’s resources, building shelter from driftwood and learning what the surrounding jungle can provide. Their bond deepens as each member discovers a role—whether gathering food, fashioning tools, or keeping spirits alive—forming the foundation for a new, self‑sufficient life far from home. The story unfolds as a steady blend of authentic survival skill and heartfelt family devotion, inviting listeners to imagine what it means to rebuild hope on an untouched isle.
Language
en
Duration
~11 hours (676K characters)
Release date
2026-02-23
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1743–1818
Best remembered as the creator of The Swiss Family Robinson, this Swiss pastor wrote an adventure tale meant to entertain his children while teaching resourcefulness, faith, and family cooperation. The book went on to become one of the most widely loved classics of children's literature.
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