Robinson Crusoe
Daniel Defoe
Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015)





Daniel Defoe’s The Life and Strange Surprizing Adventures of Robinson Crusoe of York, Mariner (1719) is considered by many the first English novel. Based on the real-life experiences of the castaway Alexander Selkirk, the book has had a perrenial appeal among readers of all ages-–especially the young adult reading public–-who continue to find inspiration in the inventive resourcefulness of its hero, sole survivor of a shipwreck who is marooned on an uninhabited island.
Especially poignant, after more than two decades of unbroken solitude, is the affection that Robinson develops for Friday, another survivor fleeing certain death at the hands of enemy tribesmen from the South American continent. (Summary by Denny Sayers) (13 hr 55 min)Chapters
Chapter 1 – Start in Life | 39:07 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) |
Chapter 2 – Slavery and Escape | 34:59 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) |
Chapter 3 – Wrecked on a Desert Island | 48:32 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) |
Chapter 4 – First Weeks on the Island | 58:40 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) |
Chapter 5 – Builds a House | 38:15 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) |
Chapter 6 – Ill and Conscience Stricken | 42:53 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) |
Chapter 7 – Agricultural Experience | 27:20 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) |
Chapter 8 – Surveys his Position | 30:38 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) |
Chapter 9 – A Boat | 48:42 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) |
Chapter 10 – Tames Goats | 32:36 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) |
Chapter 11 – Finds Print of Mans Foot on the Sand | 38:02 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) |
Chapter 12 – The Cave Retreat | 47:32 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) |
Chapter 13 – Wreck of a Spanish Ship | 38:08 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) |
Chapter 14 – A Dream Realised | 45:59 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) |
Chapter 15 – Friday’s Education | 44:17 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) |
Chapter 16 – Rescue of Prisoners from Cannibals | 47:21 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) |
Chapter 17 – Visit of Mutineers | 43:44 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) |
Chapter 18 – The Ship Recovered | 48:04 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) |
Chapter 19 – Return to England | 45:11 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) |
Chapter 20 – Fight Between Friday and a Bear | 35:06 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) |
Reviews
Superb, I have been completely enthralled.





Ant Sharp
I can't imagine how difficult it must have been to give life to the antiquated text however the reader did the most amazing job of it. I have listened to hundreds of audio books and this has been one of the very best.





I was at first unsure of the reader as he was slow and seemed a bit hesitant but it grew on me and eventually became the characterization of Robinson Caruso





Bobbie Roberts
Enjoyed this reading....especially liked the difference between the childhood version I remember from my youth and this, the original. This experience has led me to find original versions of other childhood favorites. My sincere thanks to those readers and other volunteers who participate in this program (and my local public library who downloads such tales to my iPad....Great resource to an 85-year old fan of all things readable. Have had a Public library card for almost 80 years....best investment in time I ever have had....six public libraries so far in my life.....My hat is off to all those librarians! Kudos to all! B J, library fan!
excellent





A. Freeman Wood
a very strong and well founded story. the ingenuity and creativity of the character is fascinating. also the overall religious tone of the book is thought-provoking and inspiring. great job to the reader
wonderfully narrated





Cory Roo
this is one of the more prized notches in my audio book bachelor's bed post. I loved every second. the consistent narration allows you to comfortably slide into the story.
Such Pleasure Fascination and Appreciation





Alan R Townend
I was so sad when I finished this book as I become so involved with the lifestyle in the 1600s. We must appreciate how comfortable our life style is now and our ability to travel has constantly become easier since the Industrial Revolution, both by land and sea. Thank goodness that such incredible writing has captured the courage of such brave sailors.
absolutely amazing





Reda
absolutely loved it, it was suggested to me by a friend, I was quite hesitant at first, but chapter after chapter I fell in love with it, especially thanks to the reader’s voice which was so soothing and ideal for the story, absolutely recommend it, would listen to all over again and again with 0 regrets
Robinson Crusoe.





Donald Potts
I have so thoroughly enjoyed your Masterful telling of this story!!! As I hear you read; I am on that island living the adventure!!! This will be the third time i have listened to it! Thank you so much for your stellar performance!! I'm a fan of your reading!!