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Myths of the Hindus & Buddhists ~ Harrap Gresham (1st Ed DELUXE SIGNED 1913 )

Description: Myths of the Hindus & Buddhists ~ Sister Nivedita ~ Harrap (1st Ed SIGNED 1913 ) ~ Myths of the Hindus & Buddhists, published in 1913 and written by Sister Nivedita and Ananda Coomaraswamy, is a richly detailed exploration of the foundational myths and legends of Hinduism and Buddhism. The book offers a comprehensive collection of stories that delve into the lives of gods, heroes, and sages from ancient Indian traditions. It covers significant tales from the Ramayana, Mahabharata, and Jataka, illustrating the spiritual and moral lessons embedded in these narratives. The text is complemented by exquisite illustrations, making it not only a scholarly work but also a visually captivating one. This edition is a valuable piece for collectors interested in religious studies, mythology, and early 20th-century publishing. ~ Deluxe & scarce first edition of the fantastic book on Hindu & Buddhist Mythology, signed by publisher George G Harrap. Limited to only 75 copies, this is number 15. Binding is in very good condition, on Japanese vellum, with a few small marks/ shelf wear. Includes crimson Morocco gilt bookplate of W. A. Foyle, owner of the famous Foyles bookshop, London. Book block is in very good condition, very tight, FFEP hinge is tender, slight separation at bottom half, rest of leaves firmly attached. Pages are in excellent condition, minimal toning, little to no foxing, clean, bright & pages have minimal wear, like it has barely been read. Plates are complete & excellent, each with a captioned tissue guard. Traditional deckled fore edge. Includes two original orange bookmark ribbons, unattached. Extremely scarce with excellent provenance, being the copy kept in Foyle's collection and signed by Harrap. Please see photos for condition. Weight 2100g Large 8vo. This book will be sent by courier, tracked and insured. More Fiction 1st Editions for sale here.

Price: 2750 GBP

Location: Glasgow

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Item Specifics

Returns Accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted

Binding: Fine Binding

Non-Fiction Subject: Religion, Spirituality & Bibles

Language: English

Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Illustrated, Limited Edition, Luxury Edition, Numbered, Signed, Number 15 of 75 copies

Fiction Subject: Religion

Signed: Yes

Original/Reproduction: Original

Author: Sister Nivedita, Margaret E Noble, Ananda Coomaraswamy

Publisher: London: George G. Harrap and Company Ltd

Character Family: Mythology, Hinduism, Buddhism, Magic, Myth

Original/Facsimile: Original

Year Printed: 1913

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