Encyclopedia of Crochet Patterns, Stitches and Designs by Doris M. Smith (Very good, 1988, Pbk, 240 pgs, FC&A Pub)

Cover and pages have slight wear; pages are unmarked. ISBN 0915099160

Photos and diagrams showing each of 300 patterns and designs. Hand-drawn diagrams for each design using the international crocher symbols. Diagrams so easy to follow that you can do a complete pattern withot having to read the instructions. Complete written instructions for every design. Instructions on basic stitches. Many original designs. All the great classic patterns.