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  • His Own Personal Paradise

    Extraordinary True Story of Alexander Selkirk And His 1704 Island Marooning

    by Daniel Turmoil ...
    Alexander Selkirk had always exhibited a rebellious nature. Born in 1676 in Fife, Scotland, he was the offspring of a tanner. During his childhood, he gained a reputation for mischief and restlessness, frequently finding himself in trouble. At the age of 17, he had his first encounter with the authorities when he was charged with indecent conduct in a church. A few years later, Alexander ... Read more

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  • A Cruising Voyage Around the World (Annotated)

    Enriched Edition. Privateering, Pacific Exploration, and the Alexander Selkirk Rescue in the Age of Sail

    by Woodes Rogers, Orla Henswick ...
    A Cruising Voyage Around the World is a vivid early-eighteenth-century narrative of privateering, navigation, and global encounter, recounting Woodes Rogers's 1708–1711 expedition against Spanish interests in the Pacific and his circumnavigation of the globe. Written in the lucid, practical idiom of the seaman's journal, it combines logbook precision with episodes of danger, commerce, diplomacy, ... Read more

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  • Adventures of Alexander Selkirk - The True Story of the Survival of the Real Robinson Crusoe

    by John Howell, George Atherton Aitken ...
    When Daniel Defoe's “Robinson Crusoe” was first published in 1719, many of its earliest readers believed it to be a true story. Although the book was only ostensibly an account of a real incident, it was in fact based upon the experiences of Alexander Selkirk (1676–1721). A Scottish privateer and Royal Navy officer, Selkirk was marooned by his captain for four years and four months between 1704 ... Read more

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  • The life and adventures of Alexander Selkirk, the real Robinson Crusoe

    Enriched edition. A narrative founded on facts. History of the wanderings of Tom Starboard

    by John Howell, Cassia Vexley ...
    In "The Life and Adventures of Alexander Selkirk, the Real Robinson Crusoe," John Howell meticulously reconstructs the extraordinary tale of Selkirk, a Scottish sailor and castaway whose real-life experiences inspired Daniel Defoe's iconic character, Robinson Crusoe. Howell's narrative interweaves gripping adventure with reflective introspection, capturing the essence of human resilience in ... Read more

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  • Alexander Selkirk: The Real Robinson Crusoe

    by Janet Middleton ...
    The allure of the castaway narrative is as old as seafaring itself, a potent blend of isolation, survival, and the fundamental human struggle against the elements. For centuries, tales of individuals marooned on remote islands have captured the imagination, offering both cautionary warnings and inspiring sagas of resilience. Among these, the story of Alexander Selkirk stands as a singular and ... Read more

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  • Crusoe's Island: A Ramble in the Footsteps of Alexander Selkirk

    With Sketches of Adventure in California and Washoe

    by J. Ross Browne ...
    In "Crusoe's Island: A Ramble in the Footsteps of Alexander Selkirk," J. Ross Browne embarks on a captivating exploration of the storied isle that inspired Daniel Defoe's classic, "Robinson Crusoe." Through a blend of travelogue and historical narrative, Browne weaves vivid descriptions and personal reflections that illuminate the natural beauty of the island, while intricately discussing its rich ... Read more

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  • The LIFE AND ADVENTURES OF ALEXANDER SELKIRK THE REALSOE A NARRATIVE FOUND ON FACTS

    by JOHN HOWELL ...
    "LIFE AND ADVENTURES OF ALEXANDER SELKIRK THE REALSOE A NARRATIVE FOUND ON FACTS, THE", authored by JOHN HOWELL. This edition delivers a compelling exploration of its central themes and offers readers an immersive and thought-provoking experience. It examines wide-ranging themes that will resonate with thoughtful readers. Readers can expect a clear structure: an engaging opening that establishes ... Read more

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  • The Life and Most Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe

    Also Featuring: The Further Adventures of Robinson Crusoe and The Remarkable History of Alexander Selkirk

    by Daniel Defoe ...
    If ever the story of any private man's adventures in the world were worth making public, and were acceptable when published, the Editor of this account thinks this will be so. The wonders of this man's life exceed all that (he thinks) is to be found extant; the life of one man being scarce capable of a greater variety. The story is told with modesty, with seriousness, and with a religious ... Read more

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  • The Life and Most Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe

    Also Featuring: The Further Adventures of Robinson Crusoe and The Remarkable History of Alexander Selkirk

    by Daniel Defoe ...
    If ever the story of any private man's adventures in the world were worth making public, and were acceptable when published, the Editor of this account thinks this will be so. The wonders of this man's life exceed all that (he thinks) is to be found extant; the life of one man being scarce capable of a greater variety. The story is told with modesty, with seriousness, and with a religious ... Read more

    $1.99 USD

  • Audiobook

    The Life And Adventures Of Alexander Selkirk (Unabridged)

    by JOHN HOWELL ...
    Narrated by Erin Thompson ...

    Unabridged

    3 hours 26 min

    This work was the true story of Alexander Selkirk , a Scottish sailor who was employed in a number of different trades during his early life. As a young man, Selkirk learned the skills of tanning and shoemaking, and later became a buccaneer on the Cinque Ports, working his way up to the position of ship's sailing master or navigator. But in the case of Selkirk, his experiences would eventually ... Read more

    $4.99 USD

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