The Swiss Family Robinson

This beautiful HarperCollins Childrens Classics edition of Johann David Wysss The Swiss Family Robinson is the perfect addition to any bookshelf.While travelling from Switzerland to Australia William Elizabeth and their four sons Fritz Ernest Jack and Franz are caught in a terrible storm.Shipwrecked on a desert island they are left to fend for themselves equipped with supplies salvaged from the wreckage and surrounded by an array of animals. Every day brings new challenges to overcome and the family must use their wits to survive.This classic castaway adventure celebrates the values of self-reliance resourcefulness and cooperation and has been a cornerstone of its genre since it was published over two hundred years ago.Complete your library with HarperCollins Childrens Classics.