Life Of Colonel Jack: Another Robinson Crusoe (1891)

By Daniel Defoe

Book Overview

Life of Colonel Jack: Another Robinson Crusoe is a novel written by Daniel Defoe and published in 1891. The book tells the story of Colonel Jack, a young man who is born into poverty in seventeenth-century London. He is forced to turn to a life of crime to survive, and he becomes a thief and a pickpocket. However, he eventually turns his life around and becomes a successful businessman and a respected member of society.The novel follows Colonel Jack's life from his early days as a street urchin to his later years as a wealthy merchant. Along the way, he encounters a variety of characters, including other criminals, wealthy merchants, and even members of the royal family. He also experiences a number of adventures, including a voyage to the New World and a stint as a soldier in the army.Throughout the book, Defoe explores themes of poverty, crime, redemption, and the importance of hard work and perseverance. He also provides a vivid portrait of life in seventeenth-century London, with its bustling streets, crowded markets, and colorful characters.Overall, Life of Colonel Jack: Another Robinson Crusoe is a fascinating and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on life in seventeenth-century England. It is a must-read for fans of Defoe's work, as well as anyone interested in historical fiction and adventure stories.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166031020
• ISBN13: 9781166031022
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 194 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"