Alone on an Island

"Alone on an Island" by William Henry Giles Kingston is a tale of resilience and transformation set on a deserted island. It follows Humphry Gurton, a young boy escaping a difficult life, as he finds himself shipwrecked after a mutiny aboard the “Wolf.” Facing the challenges of solitude, Humphry adapts to his environment, learning to secure food and shelter while also reflecting as he experiences profound solitude. This isolation helps him learn about himself. The story is a journey of survival and rebirth as it later introduces Ned Hadow, a shipmate, who joins Humphry, deepening the narrative with themes of friendship and redemption.