Barty's discovery of an old Robinson Crusoe book in the attic opens the door to a wonderfully playful desert-island adventure, where make-believe and real danger mingle in Frances Hodgson Burnett's charming style. When the Good Wolf carries him to a true island of sea, sand, and palm trees, Barty at first revels in the fantasy—only to learn that life there must be built by hand, since even the Wolf's magic is limited by the island's strange air. Unfazed, Barty throws himself into the work of surviving, from swimming in a sheltered pool to searching for food, shelter, and fire. Guided by Blue Crest the bird and befriended by tiny black monkeys, especially the lively Man Saturday, Barty learns to listen, observe, and cooperate with the island's creatures. Coconuts, edible roots, a cave refuge, and a bed of dry leaves become part of his growing home. Even a sudden tropical storm becomes an adventure in courage and ingenuity. Through each challenge, the story celebrates friendship, resourcefulness, and the joyful wonder of creating a life from scratch. This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design.