Sir Toady Crusoe is a lively and imaginative children’s novel by Scottish writer S. R. Crockett, first published in 1905. A follow-up to his earlier book Sir Toady Lion, this story takes young readers on another round of playful adventures, full of mischief, mock-heroics, and childhood make-believe. Crockett captures the energy and humour of boyhood with a light, affectionate tone that pokes gentle fun at grand adventure tales like Robinson Crusoe. The book is brought to life with charming black-and-white illustrations by Gordon Browne, one of the best-known illustrators of the time. His drawings add warmth and character to the story, making it a delight to read or collect. A fine example of Edwardian children’s fiction, perfect for those who enjoy spirited storytelling from a bygone era. Sir Toady Crusoe, by S.R. Crockett. Illustrated by Gordon Browne. Published by Wells Gardner, Darton & Co. Ltd., London. 1905 first edition. A very good pictorial cloth hardback with near fine original dustjacket, in removable protective plastic. The jacket for this edition is scarce. Cloth with very mild bumping to extremities. On first pastedown, is prize presentation plate for Sunday School attendance. Some offsetting to endapers. Binding is sound. Text pages are in lovely clean condition overall. There are a few small faults - top corner is missing to p. 266 (only affecting margin and not text. Similarly the 270pp spread has a marginal tear to each page at top corner, again not affecting printed contents. Showthrough to gutter after p. xii. A charming children's novel ,very attractively presented. Text in English. xii + 406pp + 6pp advertisements. Approximately 210mm high x 158mm wide x 30mm deep. Weight approximately 875g (unpacked).