th
20
century British Novels
Robinson Crusoe
Group 3
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• Multimedia , Introduction
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• Multimedia , Conclusion
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• Why it is accepted as the 1st authentic novels
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• Theme 1
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• Theme 2
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INDEX
1. Why is Robinson Crusoe accepted as the First authentic Novel ?
2. The First theme in Robinson Crusoe.
3. The Second theme in Robinson Crusoe.
4. Conclusion
1. Why is Robinson Crusoe accepted as the
First authentic Novel ?
• 18th century : a period of
tremendous vitality, for the
modern novel made its real
beginning in that period.
• In the early part of this
century, the growing interest in
character and life was clearly
evidenced by some works.
• Daniel Defoe’s Robinson Crusoe,
often credited with being the
first real novel, is largely an
adventure story.
Robinson Crusoe, the title
character, discusses his
life at home with his
father, who pleads with
him not to leave home
and England
1. Why is Robinson Crusoe accepted as the
First authentic Novel ?
• In this work, the stress is laid not
on adventure for adventure’s sake,
but on the characters in all their
realistic struggles and reactions.
• Because it is extraordinarily faithful
to real life and reflects the morals
of the middle class of Defoe’s day,
it marks an advance from the
idealism of the romance toward the
realism of the modern novel.
• It was to become the literary form
most responsive to middle-class
needs and interests.
Crusoe discovers a
footprint In the sand
That is not his own.
1. Why is Robinson Crusoe accepted as the
First authentic Novel ? – Other Options
• The milestone for the first novel
in English is more frequently
attributed to Moll Flanders--a
later novel by Defoe.
• For some, Robinson Crusoe still
resides within the earlier
traditions of "romance”
• Those people make the case that
aspects of novel are not present in
Crusoe
Moll Flanders
(1996 film)
1. Why is Robinson Crusoe accepted as the
First authentic Novel ? – Other Options
• With the appearance of Samuel
Richardson’s Pamela, in 1740,
the modern novel had its true
beginning.
• This novel lays stress on
character development and
shows the author’s
understanding of the human
heart.
• It was read by all classes, and
it aroused an eager interest in
literature and in the life of the
individual human being.
A plate from the 1742
deluxe edition of
Richardson's Pamela
INDEX
1. Why is Robinson Crusoe accepted as the First authentic Novel ?
2. The First theme in Robinson Crusoe.
3. The Second theme in Robinson Crusoe.
4. Conclusion
2. The First Theme in Robinson Crusoe
2. The First Theme in Robinson Crusoe
• In the
st
1
and
nd
2
Part
- Robinson Crusoe adventurous and
determined in front of his demanding
situation he faces.
2. The First Theme in Robinson Crusoe
2. The First Theme in Robinson Crusoe
2. The First Theme in Robinson Crusoe
The first shot I made among these creatures, I
killed a she-goat, which had a little kid by her,
which she gave suck to, which grieved me heartily.
He also thinks,
I was not so much surprised with the lightening as
I was thought…. I was nothing near so anxious
about my danger.
2. The First Theme in Robinson Crusoe
-Relevance
Robinson Crusoe gives us how we can be decisive,
adventurous, determined and propulsive for our
dreams in life.
Nowadays, it is hard to try the same trip as
Robinson Crusoe, we should learned that we can be
ready for new challenging adventures to achieve our
goals in life.
INDEX
1. Why is Robinson Crusoe accepted as the First authentic Novel ?
2. The First theme in Robinson Crusoe.
3. The Second theme in Robinson Crusoe.
4. Conclusion
3. The Second Theme in Robinson Crusoe
Dictatorship of Robinson Crusoe
Robinson's view on the island and other people.
“My island was now peopled, ...very rich in subjects; ...
how like a king I looked.
First of all, the whole country was my own property...
I had an undoubted right of dominion.
Secondly, my people were perfectly subjected—I was
absolutely lord and lawgiver—they all owed their lives to
me...
It was remarkable, too, I had but three subjects, and
they were of three different religions... However, I
allowed liberty of conscience throughout my dominions...”
3. The Second Theme in Robinson Crusoe
3. The Second Theme in Robinson Crusoe
According to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights,
adopted by the UN General Assembly in 1948,

Article 18
“Everyone has the right to freedom of thought,
conscience and religion; this right includes freedom to
change his religion or belief, and freedom, either alone
or in community with others and in public or private,
to manifest his religion or belief in teaching,
practice, worship and observance.”
3. The Second Theme in Robinson Crusoe
But Robinson wants more...
3. The Second Theme in Robinson Crusoe
3. The Second Theme in Robinson Crusoe
Robinson's demand for Oath
• “...upon their solemn oath, that they should be absolutely
under my direction as their commander and captain;
and they should swear
upon the holy sacraments and gospel to be true
to me...
...and to be directed wholly and absolutely by my orders...”
• “I gave him a strict charge not to bring
any man who would not first swear
in the presence of himself...
...that they would stand by him and defend him
against all such attempts, and wherever they went would be entirely
under and subjected to his command;
• and that this should be put in
writing, and signed in their hands.”
3. The Second Theme in Robinson Crusoe
3. The Second Theme in Robinson Crusoe
But, anything to do with now?
3. The Second Theme in Robinson Crusoe
INDEX
1. Why is Robinson Crusoe accepted as the First authentic Novel ?
2. The First theme in Robinson Crusoe.
3. The Second theme in Robinson Crusoe.
4. Conclusion
4. Conclusion
* Reference
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/First_novel_in_English
http://www.elfinspell.com/QueedIntroStyle.html
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/FAQ/8834
http://www.ruthnestvold.com/Augustan.htm
http://wyeth.artpassions.net/
Thank you
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