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Schweizerische Robinson: Book Guide, Author and Facts

Schweizerische Robinson by Johann David Wyss — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

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A Swiss family is shipwrecked on a tropical island, and must survive with what they can salvage from their ship, as well as the natural bounty of the island. The father leads his four sons on a series of adventures that teach important lessons in moral values, husbandry and natural history.

Quick facts about Schweizerische Robinson

  • Title: Schweizerische Robinson
  • Author: Johann David Wyss
  • First published: 1828
  • Genre: fiction, survival, family life
  • OpenLibrary ID: OL15406011W

Where to read Schweizerische Robinson

Schweizerische Robinson by Johann David Wyss is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Schweizerische Robinson about?

A Swiss family is shipwrecked on a tropical island, and must survive with what they can salvage from their ship, as well as the natural bounty of the island.

Who wrote Schweizerische Robinson?

Schweizerische Robinson was written by Johann David Wyss.

When was Schweizerische Robinson published?

Schweizerische Robinson was first published in 1828.

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