Illustrators and their works up to 1912. The work of the established author duo Wolfgang Hermesmeier and Stefan Schmatz provides a comprehensive overview of the illustrators who have creatively engaged with the stories of Karl May. In addition to brief biographies—wherever the names of the artists can be determined—the creations of each painter and draftsman are documented bibliographically in a concise and precise manner, and exemplarily presented through the best and most beautiful drawings. However, the focus of the book is not on the illustrators or an analysis of their works, but rather on the work of Karl May, depicted in images. Each illustration is accompanied by short quotes, whenever possible referencing the respective first editions, which place the scene in the context of the "Collected Works." The book brings to life the characters of Karl M.