The book cover features a vintage map of the world with a title that reads 'MEMOIRS OF GEORGE PALMAZAR, A REPUTED NATIVE OF FORMOSA, WRITTEN BY HIMSELF IN OTHER TO BE PUBLISHED AFTER HIS DEATH.' The title is in a classic font with a decorative border around it. The map itself is a detailed representation of the world with various geographical features and a grid overlay. The color scheme is predominantly sepia tones with a touch of blue for the title and border.