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Sweet story about a family stranded on a deserted island. Instead of making it a depressing book, the author made this tragedy sounds like a very exciting adventure. A bit bland and boring in the middle, but overall a good classic especially for boys.
(Not sure if I had this ISBN or not.)
Having read a rewritten version of this story as a child, I decided I wanted to read the whole thing. And - well - maybe it's better in the original German. Unfortunately, I found it a little stilted, rather unbelievable, and just not as good as the rewritten version. I still suggest that everyone be familiar with this story - it is exciting, and definitely fun; however, I would suggest going with a less faithful translation, and possibly an entirely rewritte ...more
Having read a rewritten version of this story as a child, I decided I wanted to read the whole thing. And - well - maybe it's better in the original German. Unfortunately, I found it a little stilted, rather unbelievable, and just not as good as the rewritten version. I still suggest that everyone be familiar with this story - it is exciting, and definitely fun; however, I would suggest going with a less faithful translation, and possibly an entirely rewritte ...more
One of my favorites when I was little.
Lexile 910L
IL: MG - BL: 8.1 - AR Pts: 12.0
IL: MG - BL: 8.1 - AR Pts: 12.0
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