Publisher's Synopsis
When the three sailor lads, Ralph, Jack, and Peterkin are cast ashore after the storm, their first task is to find out whether the island is inhabited. Their next task is to find a way of staying alive. They go hunting and learn to fish, explore underwater caves, and build boats - but then their island paradise is rudely disturbed by the arrival of pirates.
The story not a realistic portrayal of such a situation, but still successful and popular in its day. It's interesting to note that The Lord of the Flies was written in response to the unrealistic behavior and racism in this book.
