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Rapid Editions

When
1719
Where
Unspecified
Part of
Publication of Robinson Crusoe

The book ran through four editions before the end of 1719.

The novel achieved immediate commercial success. Before the end of 1719, it had already run through four editions. This rapid reissuance indicates strong initial demand and contributed to its status as one of the most widely published books in history.

Sources

  1. Robinson Crusoe Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-26
  2. Daniel Defoe Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-08

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