Life of Colonel Jack: Another Robinson Crusoe (1891)

""Life of Colonel Jack: Another Robinson Crusoe"" is a novel written by Daniel Defoe and published in 1891. The book tells the story of a young man named Jack who is born into poverty and becomes a thief in order to survive. He is eventually caught and sent to prison, where he meets a group of fellow criminals who teach him the tricks of their trade. After being released from prison, Jack decides to turn his life around and becomes a successful businessman. He travels to different parts of the world, including Africa and the Americas, and has a series of adventures along the way. Throughout the book, Jack reflects on his life and the choices he has made. He struggles with his past as a criminal and tries to make amends for his actions. The novel explores themes of redemption, morality, and the human condition. ""Life of Colonel Jack: Another Robinson Crusoe"" is considered a classic work of literature and is often compared to Defoe's more famous novel, ""Robinson Crusoe."" It is a compelling and thought-provoking read that offers a unique perspective on life in the 18th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.