The Crusoe format consists of an alphabet printed around the rim framing the center scene.

The Crusoe format consists of an alphabet printed around the rim framing the center scene. Here the hero--afloat--spots the island through his telescope. Enamel overglaze colors enhance the rich brown transfer in blue and yellow.

The "Crusoe" series illustrations are of such a consistently high standard that we suspect...

The "Crusoe" series illustrations are of such a consistently high standard that we suspect they come from a contemporary edition of DeFoe's work.