Atalantis Major by Daniel Defoe: The novel follows the story of a man named Robinson Crusoe who is shipwrecked on a deserted island after a storm. He must rely on his own resourcefulness and ingenuity to survive, and eventually rescues himself. The book explores themes of isolation, survival, and the human condition.
By Daniel Defoe · First published 1719 · Genre: Political Fiction, Satire, Historical Fiction