Robinson Crusoe
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1890
A young man is shipwrecked and survives alone on a deserted island for many years, eventually encountering cannibals and rescuing a native he names Friday.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
Crusoe witnesses cannibals and their practices on the island.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes are present.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.
The isolation and encounters with cannibals create some tension.
No occult or magical elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The narrative reflects a colonial-era worldview and Christian perspective.
Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCrusoe shows immense courage in surviving alone and facing danger.
Crusoe reflects on God's providence and his faith during his ordeal.
Crusoe develops a paternalistic relationship with Friday.
Crusoe learns to rely on himself and God for survival.
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