For more than two hundred years, Robinson Crusoe’s story was encountered by generations of readers as one text in two parts, such that the second novel, The Farther Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, constituted a clear continuation of the protagonist’s eventful life. In the first part of this sequel, Crusoe returns to his island to advise and protect a diverse community of castaways, but in the second part his compulsion to wander takes him on adventure-packed travels through Africa, Asia, and Europe. This new Broadview Edition makes the novel available to students, scholars, and general readers, accompanied by a full critical introduction, helpfully annotated text, and historical appendices.

This unique collection of Daniel Defoe's greatest adventure novels has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards. Novels: "Robinson Crusoe" – Defoe's most famous novel tells the story of a man's shipwreck on a desert island for thirty years and his subsequent adventures. "Colonel Jack" – Colonel Jack follows an orphaned boy from a life of poverty and crime to colonial prosperity, military and marital imbroglios, and religious conversion, driven by a problematic notion of becoming a "gentleman." "Captain Singleton" – an adventure story that covers a traversal of Africa and taps into the contemporary fascination with piracy. "Moll Flanders" – The titular heroine appears as a whore, bigamist, and thief, commits adultery and incest, and yet manages to retain the reader's sympathy. "Roxana: The Fortunate Mistress" – The novel follows the adventures of a young woman from wealth, to prostitution, to freedom. "The Consolidator" – In this satirical novel, which mixes fantasy with political and social satire, Defoe's narrator travels to the moon. "Memoirs of a Cavalier" – This novel is set during the Thirty Years' War and the English Civil War. It is presented as a military journal of the Wars in Germany and England. "The Farther Adventures of Robinson Crusoe" – The sequel to "Robinson" describes how Crusoe traveled back in Bedford. Biography: Daniel Defoe by William Minto Daniel Defoe (1660-1731), was an English writer, journalist, and spy, most famous for his novel Robinson Crusoe. Defoe is noted for being one of the earliest proponents of the novel, and he is considered one of the founders of the English novel.

Embark on a captivating journey with Daniel Defoe’s novel, "The Further Adventures of Robinson Crusoe." This sequel to the beloved classic continues the story of Crusoe, now a settled man with a family, living on a farm in Bedford. Despite his new life, the call of his island remains irresistible. The book begins with Crusoe’s domestic life, detailing his marriage and the joys of his family life, including his three children. However, his longing to revisit the island and relive his past adventures is overshadowed by personal loss. His wife's passing and his persistent yearning for his old home create a poignant backdrop for the unfolding narrative. Here’s a thought-provoking question: Can the pull of past adventures and the dream of returning to one’s origins overshadow the happiness of a settled life? Join Crusoe as he grapples with his desire to revisit his island and the impact of his loss. This sequel offers a rich exploration of themes like adventure, nostalgia, and the struggle to reconcile past dreams with present realities. Are you ready to continue Crusoe’s extraordinary journey and explore the emotional depths of his quest for fulfillment? Dive into "The Further Adventures of Robinson Crusoe" and experience the continuation of a timeless tale. Discover the next chapter in Crusoe’s adventures. Purchase "The Further Adventures of Robinson Crusoe" now, and follow his compelling quest for meaning and adventure beyond the familiar.