Daniel Defoe (English: Daniel Defoe,1May 6, 660 ——1731April 24, 2008) was an English writer in18th century. The founder of rich realistic novels in the British Enlightenment period is known as the "father of novels" in Europe, "father of British realistic novels", "father of British newspapers" and "father of modern news".

His works are readable. Protestant William III. In his masterpiece Robinson Crusoe, the optimistic and brave Robinson overcame difficulties with wisdom and courage, showing the social atmosphere of pursuing adventure and advocating personal struggle at that time.

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Robinson Crusoe is Defoe's masterpiece, and its value lies in successfully shaping Robinson, a brand-new character. He is one of the earliest positive figures in bourgeois literature, and with his strong will and enterprising spirit, he overwhelmed the conservative and depressed aristocratic figures.

Robinson Crusoe is divided into three volumes. Volume 1 was published in April 17 19 and reprinted four times in August. The second volume was published in the same year. The third volume was published in 1720. Readers are familiar with the first volume. By the end of 19, nearly 700 different versions of 1 had been published.

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