The life and strange surprising adventures of Robinson Crusoe, of York, mariner
by Daniel Defoe
Age rating: Ages 14+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1868
Robinson Crusoe recounts his survival and adventures on a deserted island.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in Robinson Crusoe's account.
There are descriptions of encounters with cannibals and wild animals.
Profanity is absent from the narrative.
Crusoe sometimes questions Providence, but not blasphemously.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
The story does not include themes of suicide or self-harm.
The isolation and encounters can be suspenseful.
Occult or magical elements are not present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The narrative reflects a colonial-era worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCrusoe shows immense courage and resilience in his survival.
Crusoe's faith develops and is a source of strength.
The story does not emphasize self-giving love.
Crusoe experiences a form of repentance and gratitude.
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