| Adapter |
Newman, Francis William, 1805-1897 |
| Author |
Defoe, Daniel, 1661?-1731 |
| Title |
Rebilius Cruso: Robinson Crusoe, in Latin; a book to lighten tedium to a learner
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 50.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Note |
According to preface, takes "only the general idea from Defoe."
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| Note |
See also #70468.
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| Credits |
Mark C. Orton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Rebilius Cruso: Robinson Crusoe, in Latin; a book to lighten tedium to learners" by Francis William Newman is a Latin adaptation of the classic novel "Robinson Crusoe," structured as a language teaching tool written in the late 19th century. The work aims to facilitate the learning of Latin through an engaging narrative that draws on the adventures of the iconic protagonist, Robinson Crusoe. In this adaptation, the author offers a fresh interpretation while maintaining the essence of Defoe's original tale, focusing on relatable experiences and vocabulary appealing to learners. At the start of the text, the author shares insights into his motivations for creating this adaptation. Newman reflects on the importance of practical language teaching methods over rigid academic approaches in learning Latin, arguing for engaging storytelling through the experiences of Robinson Crusoe. The opening chapters introduce the protagonist's perilous journey when shipwrecked and subsequently stranded on a deserted island. Newman emphasizes the hardships and resilience of Crusoe, detailing his initial struggles for survival, interactions with his surroundings, and the gradual development of his resourcefulness as he learns to navigate his new life in solitude. The stage is set for a rich exploration of human ingenuity and adaptability as the narrative unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Latin |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Shipwreck survival -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Islands -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Crusoe, Robinson (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
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Atlantic Ocean -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Adventure stories
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Castaways -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Latin language -- Readers
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
50732 |
| Release Date |
Dec 20, 2015 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 19, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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