A new Robinson Crusoe by W. L. Alden

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By Charlotte Kang Posted on Mar 10, 2026
In Category - Urban Studies
Alden, W. L. (William Livingston), 1837-1908 Alden, W. L. (William Livingston), 1837-1908
English
"A New Robinson Crusoe" by W. L. Alden is a novel written in the late 19th century. This satirical tale follows the adventures of Mike Flanagan, a young Irishman who becomes shipwrecked alongside an eccentric and self-important character named Mr. Crusoe, who claims to be the grandson of the original Robinson Crusoe. The narrative presents a humoro...
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human nature. The opening portion introduces Mike Flanagan, who recounts his adventures at sea and how he ended up in a precarious situation aboard the ship "H. G. Thompson". After a disastrous storm leads to the shipwreck, Mike manages to save Mr. Crusoe, and they find themselves stranded on a deserted island. They begin their survival efforts, with Mr. Crusoe often leading with bizarre ideas and relying on the legacy of his grandfather's experiences. The comedic dynamic between the practical Mike and the delusional Mr. Crusoe sets the stage for a series of misadventures filled with witty dialogues as they attempt to navigate their new life on the island. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Mary King
1 year ago

Just what I was looking for.

Ethan Martin
1 year ago

This is one of those stories where the atmosphere created is totally immersive. Exactly what I needed.

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