Purnell Robinson Crusoe 1975 Red Illustrated Edition Daniel Defoe Hardcover Vtg

Publisher: Antiquity

Binding: Hardback

Special Attributes: Illustrated

Character Family: Robinson Crusoe

Fiction Subject: Novels

Country of Origin: United Kingdom

Purnell Robinson Crusoe 1975 Red Illustrated Edition Daniel Defoe Hardcover Vtg

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This item is the 1975 red hardcover edition of Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe, published by Purnell Books. This vintage edition is richly decorated with ornate gold embossed detailing on the cover and spine, featuring beautiful fullpage color illustrations inside.

This particular copy is part of a reprint series from 1971, with this edition reprinted in 1977, 1978, and 1982. It retains the classic aesthetic with its bright red cloth binding and intricate gilt patterns, making it a striking addition to any bookshelf or literary collection.

Product Details:

• Title: Robinson Crusoe

• Author: Daniel Defoe

• Publisher: Purnell Books, UK

• Edition: Illustrated Edition, First Published 1971 (This copy reprinted in 1977/78/82)

• ISBN: 0 361 02795 8

• Binding: Hardcover (Red clothbound with gold embossed design)

• Illustrations: Color illustrations 1975 Purnell Publishers Ltd

• Printed in: Germany

• Language: English

Design Highlights:

• Ornate gold detailing on the spine and front/back covers

• Bright red cloth cover with textured finish

• Includes fullpage, fullcolor illustrations depicting key scenes

• Decorative endpapers

• Clean and clear typography for ease of reading

Condition:

Good condition overall for its age.

• Exterior cover shows some fading and slight wear, especially near the spine and edges.

• Some minor scuffing and light spotting is visible on the rear board.

• Spine remains strong and intact.

• Inner pages are clean with no writing or tears observed.

• Binding is solid and secure.

• Page edges show light agerelated toning.

About Robinson Crusoe and This Edition:

First published in 1719, Robinson Crusoe is considered one of the earliest novels in English literature. It tells the story of a castaway who spends 28 years on a remote tropical island, encountering cannibals, captives, and mutineers before being rescued.

This beautifully illustrated edition, produced by Purnell Books, offers a visually engaging way to experience the timeless tale, with vivid drawings bringing Crusoe’s epic adventures to life for readers of all ages.

Why Add This to Your Shelf?

• A classic collector’s edition of one of the most influential English novels

• Stunning visual presentation with gold embossing and color illustrations

• A great gift for fans of vintage books, literature lovers, or collectors of illustrated classics

• Perfect for display or as part of a vintage book collection

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