{"product_id":"second-homeland-the-swiss-family-david-petault-9798308973294","title":"Second Homeland (The Swiss Family Robinson sequel): A New Translation","description":"\u003cp\u003ePublished posthumously in 1900, \u003ci\u003eSecond Homeland\u003c\/i\u003e (\u003ci\u003eSeconde Patrie\u003c\/i\u003e) is Jules Verne's ambitious sequel to \u003ci\u003eThe Swiss Family Robinson\u003c\/i\u003e, expanding upon the adventures of the famous shipwrecked family originally introduced in Johann David Wyss's beloved novel. While Verne is best known for his groundbreaking works of science fiction and exploration, this novel showcases his deep appreciation for survival literature and his ability to craft compelling narratives of human ingenuity, perseverance, and adaptation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eSecond Homeland\u003c\/i\u003e, the Robinson family, having successfully established their island settlement, faces new challenges that put their resilience and unity to the test. Verne builds upon Wyss's original work with his characteristic scientific precision and imaginative storytelling, introducing fresh dilemmas, inventive solutions, and a greater sense of realism. As the family expands their knowledge of their environment and interacts with new arrivals, the novel explores themes of civilization, self-sufficiency, and the clash between the untamed natural world and human ambition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike \u003ci\u003eThe Swiss Family Robinson\u003c\/i\u003e, which was largely a moral and educational tale, \u003ci\u003eSecond Homeland\u003c\/i\u003e takes a more structured, narrative-driven approach, blending adventure with Verne's keen observations on survival, exploration, and human progress. The novel reflects Verne's fascination with discovery and his belief in the transformative power of knowledge, making it a fascinating continuation of the original story while also standing as a unique work in its own right.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis new edition brings \u003ci\u003eSecond Homeland\u003c\/i\u003e to modern readers, preserving Verne's engaging storytelling while providing a fresh opportunity to explore a lesser-known yet significant part of his literary legacy. Whether you are a fan of \u003ci\u003eThe Swiss Family Robinson\u003c\/i\u003e, an admirer of Verne's adventure novels, or a reader drawn to tales of survival and exploration, \u003ci\u003eSecond Homeland\u003c\/i\u003e offers a rewarding and thought-provoking journey into the boundless potential of human perseverance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e David Petault,Jules Verne\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798308973294\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 01\/31\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 324\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.96lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.73d","brand":"David Petault","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48175648211199,"sku":"9798308973294","price":14.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_c8441a2a-9268-4046-a6a9-3a2e833d8e2a.jpg?v=1771335033","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/second-homeland-the-swiss-family-david-petault-9798308973294","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}