Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe is one of the most famous adventure novels in English literature. It tells the story of a man who is shipwrecked on a deserted island and must learn to survive on his own. Crusoe builds shelter, finds food, and faces loneliness, danger, and fear. Over time, he discovers new skills, develops faith, and meets Friday, a native who becomes his companion. The novel explores themes of survival, human strength, faith, and civilization.