Eduard Andreevich Granstrem (1833-1890) was a Russian writer, author of adventure and historical stories, and works for young people, who continued the traditions of the 19th-century adventure novel.
The story "Elena-Robinson" is a gripping story about a girl who finds herself on a desert island. Left alone with the wild nature, Elena must show resourcefulness, courage, and willpower to survive among dangers and hardships. Trials temper her character, turning the timid heroine into a steadfast and courageous "Robinson girl".
Filled with vivid descriptions, a romantic spirit of adventure, and an atmosphere of pioneering, this story continues the tradition of "Robinsonades" and gives the young reader a fascinating journey into the world of the struggle for life, discoveries, and true courage.
