Defoe, Daniel; M. S. Ch., translator

Robinzon Kruzo: pouchaiucha povist' dlia molodi [Robinson Crusoe]

New York, NY: Howerla, 1956. Item #1116

126 pages: illustrations. 19 cm. Text in Ukrainian. The cover shows significant wear, with stains and tears, particularly around the edges and corners. The binding is intact and pages are clean.

"Robinzon Kruzo" is a Ukrainian emigre edition of Daniel Defoe's classic novel "Robinson Crusoe," adapted for young readers. Published in 1956 by the "Howerla" publishing house in New York, this edition includes a translation by M. S. Ch. and features charming black-and-white illustrations that bring the story to life. The book is part of the Ukrainian emigre literature and reflects the cultural preservation efforts of the Ukrainian diaspora in the mid-20th century. Despite its worn cover, the book remains a valuable piece for collectors interested in children's literature and Ukrainian emigre history.

As of July 2024, OCLC locates only two institutional copies of the book.

Price: $150.00