Crusoe's Island: A Ramble in the Footsteps of Alexander Selkirk With Sketches of Adventure in California and Washoe

"Crusoe's Island: A Ramble in the Footsteps of Alexander Selkirk" by J. Ross Browne, is a story about a man's journey to a remote island. Inspired by the story of Robinson Crusoe and Alexander Selkirk, the author boards the ship Anteus with fellow travelers looking for adventure. Aboard the ship, they decide to row to the Juan Fernandez Islands in search of that adventure. When they set off, they face perilous ocean conditions and a storm, using their determination to arrive on the island. Once successfully setting foot on land, they find a landscape of beauty while setting the stage for exploring legendary spots tied to the Crusoe narrative. The story reflects on the ideas of loneliness, ability to survive, and the magical lure of adventure.