Robinson Crusoe - Illustrated by N. C. Wyeth

Celebrating 300 years since its first publication Pook Press releases a new edition of Daniel Defoes Robinson Crusoe with stunning illustrations by N. C. Wyeth. This classic novel originally published in 1719 is considered one of the most famous English literary works of all time. Pook Press presents this facsimile of the 1920 illustrated edition containing 13 nostalgic colour plates by N. C. Wyeth one of Americas greatest Illustrators. The story chronicles the dramatic adventures trials and tribulations of the title character Robinson Crusoe. During a treacherous sea voyage Crusoes ship gets attacked by pirates leaving his vessel shipwrecked and he finds himself deserted on an island in the Caribbean. Told from the castaways perspective the book follows Crusoes encounters with the island and its inhabitants his servant Man Friday the desperate attempts to escape and the struggle to survive the island that has held him for 28 years. Pook Press celebrates the great Golden Age of Illustration in childrens literature - a period of unparalleled excellence in book illustration. We publish rare and vintage classic illustrated books in high-quality colour editions so that the masterful artwork and story-telling can continue to delight both young and old.