This book is aimed at readers age 12 years and upwards. For more than two centuries, Johann David Wyss' beloved book has entertained young readers. This illustrated edition, with full-colour plates by T. H. Robinson, features an elegant bonded leather binding, a satin-ribbon bookmark, distinctive gilded edging and decorative endpapers. It's a book that will be cherished by readers of all ages.
This book is part of a book series called Barnes And Noble Leatherbound Childrens Classics .
There are 544 pages in this book. This book was published 2012 by Barnes & Noble Inc .
Johann David Wyss (1743-1818) was a Swiss pastor. The Swiss Family Robinson was edited by his son Johann Rudolf Wyss, a scholar who wrote the Swiss national anthem. Johan David Wyss (1743 - 1818) was a Swiss author, best remembered for his classic book, The Swiss Family Robinson, which was said to have been inspired by Robinson Crusoe.
This book contains the following story:
The Swiss Family Robinson
Following a wild and raging storm, the Swiss family Robinson are stranded at sea. But the thundering waves have swept them off to a tropical island, where a new life awaits them. Their ship is laden with supplies and the island is packed with treasures, so they soon adapt and discover new dangers and delights every day . .