The
solitary existence thatmust live after he is shipwrecked requires him to come to terms with the
substantial physical requirements of the tightly constrained environment; in addition, he must
wrestle with his doubts and arrive at a new commitment to his faith.
Although
overwhelmed by his misfortune, Crusoe quickly realizes he must salvage whatever possible from
the ship. His near-despair at not being rescued day after day takes its toll, but he tackles
many practical tasks to help him (literally) weather the stormof which there are
multiple.
Although the shelter he builds is not ideal, he recognizes his need
for a roof. Crusoe also documents his new lifeto keep track of the passing days and to set down
his spiritual struggles and his increasing acceptance of true devotion.
Crusoe also evolves his method of food production; he progresses from a hunter-gatherer (and
fisherman) of the island's bounty to experimenting and engaging...
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