... story about a shipwreck, survival and rescue; it is a novel about one man's spiritual journey, a spiritual journey complete with spiritual apathy. Throughout the story, Crusoe's level of spiritual devotion is dependent upon his need. This hypocritical attitude is reflective in his actions. His theological dedication diminishes once ... Perhaps this is an act of accentuating by Defoe. Nonetheless, the Bible is Crusoe's sole means of spiritual guidance. Interesting how Defoe uses the symbol of a vessel both literally and figuratively. Literally, it is used as a boat to carry Crusoe to an i...

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