The book is brand new and never read, however the top part of the spine on the hardcover has a slight tear by being on the shelves, you can hear the brand new sounds when opening books w it this one. MSRP $30 elsewhere About the Author Johann David Wyss (1743-1818) was a Swiss writer best known for The Swiss Family Robinson. Wyss was inspired by Daniel Defoe's classic novel Robinson Crusoe but wanted to create a story that would be accessible to children. His novel has been adapted numerous times for television, film Same day shipping
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