A Dutch Source For Robinson Crusoe: The Narrative Of The El-Ho Sjouke Gabbes, Also Known As Heinrich Texel (1921)

by Lucius Lee Hubbard

Book Overview

""A Dutch Source For Robinson Crusoe: The Narrative Of The El-Ho Sjouke Gabbes, Also Known As Heinrich Texel"" is a book written by Lucius Lee Hubbard and published in 1921. The book is a translation of a Dutch manuscript that was discovered in the 19th century and is believed to have been a source of inspiration for Daniel Defoe's famous novel, Robinson Crusoe. The manuscript tells the story of Heinrich Texel, a Dutch sailor who is shipwrecked on a remote island in the Pacific Ocean. The book provides a detailed account of Texel's experiences on the island, including his struggles to survive and his encounters with the native inhabitants. The book also includes an introduction by the author, which provides background information on the manuscript and its significance in the history of literature. Overall, ""A Dutch Source For Robinson Crusoe"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of literature or the story of Robinson Crusoe.An Episode From The Description Of The Mighty Kingdom Of Krinke Kesmes By Hendrik Smeeks. Translated From The Dutch And Compared With The Story Of Robinson Crusoe.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: 1164525352
• ISBN13: 9781164525356
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 230 Pages
• Weight: 0.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"