The Rival Crusoes (1879)

The Rival Crusoes is a novel written by William Henry Giles Kingston and published in 1879. The story revolves around two young boys, Jack and Peter, who are stranded on a deserted island in the Pacific Ocean after their ship sinks. The boys come from different backgrounds and have different personalities, which leads to conflict and competition between them as they struggle to survive on the island.As the boys learn to adapt to their new environment, they encounter various challenges such as finding food and shelter, dealing with dangerous animals, and facing the elements. They also discover that the island is not entirely uninhabited, as they encounter a group of cannibals who pose a threat to their safety.As the boys work together to overcome these obstacles, they develop a deep bond and friendship. However, their relationship is tested when they discover that they are not the only ones stranded on the island. Another group of survivors, including a young girl named Nelly, washes up on the shore, and the boys must decide whether to welcome them or view them as rivals for survival.The Rival Crusoes is a classic adventure story that explores themes of friendship, competition, and survival. It is a timeless tale that has captivated readers for over a century and continues to be enjoyed by readers of all ages.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.