This week's Top Ten from The Broke and the Bookish asks for the Top Ten Characters I Would Want with Me on a
Deserted Island. Such a fun question!
1) Ford Prefect from the
Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy – His job was literally to create a guide with
information about surviving on any planet. I bet he would have some great
stories in addition to survival tips.
2) Hermione from Harry Potter –
She’s clever and kind and has already proved herself valuable in countless
situations.
3) Tyrion Lannister from Game of
Thrones – He would provide witty conversation, definitely an asset.
4) Samwise Gamgee from Lord of the Rings – He’s been to
Mordor and back, so he’s got endurance. Plus he’s endlessly loyal.
5) Katniss Everdeen from the Hunger Games – She wouldn’t
be much fun, but I bet she’d be able to catch us some dinner. The girl’s got
survival skills.
6) Robinson Crusoe – He would
already know how to survive on a deserted island, which is helpful.
7) Guy Montag and his friends
from Fahrenheit 451 – It might be cheating, but I’d love to take a couple of
the people who have an entire book memorized. They could recent it allowed to
keep everyone entertained.
8) Abbe Faria from The Count of
Monte Cristo – He’s wise and willing to teach others. He’s a hard worker and
infinitely patient.
9) Ender Wiggin from the Ender’s
Game series – In addition to being a strategy genius, Ender has learned to
value dozens of cultures throughout the universe.
10) Anne Shirley – When things
seem bleak Anne would cheer everyone up.
