Ethiopian Coptic Ge’ez Bible.

Ethiopia C. 18th Century.

Rare illustrated Ethiopian Coptic Ge’ez Bible. Small octavo, bound in full leather, parchment manuscript in black and red ink, illustrated with full-page hand-painted miniatures. Some writings and aged hand-stitched repairs throughout. Housed in the original leather chemise case with leather carrying handle,

Buber, Martin

Die Fünf Bücher Der Weisung [Five Books of Moses].

Berlin : Lambert Schneider, 1930.

First edition of this German translation and interpretation of the Torah. Small octavo, original publisher’s black cloth with leather spine labels, top stain yellow. Boldly signed by Martin Buber on the front free endpaper. In near fine condition. From the collection of Rabbi Walter Jacobs of Pittsburgh. A sheet with a notice on one sideContinue reading "Die Fünf Bücher Der Weisung [Five Books of Moses]."

Edwards, Jonathan

Historisch Verhaal: An Account of the Life of the Late Reverend David Brainerd.

The Netherlands : T'Utrecht, 1756.

Early example of “one of America’s most important and original philosophical theologians” American theologian Jonathan Edwards’ biography of Reverend David Brainerd. Title reads in full: An Account of the Life of the Late Reverend Mr. David Brainerd, Missionary to the Indians, from the Honorable Society in Scotland, for the Propagation of Christian Knowledge, and PastorContinue reading "Historisch Verhaal: An Account of the Life of the Late Reverend David Brainerd."

Young, Brigham

Brigham Young Signed Utah Southern Railroad Company Check.

Salt Lake City, UT : Utah Southern Railroad Company, 1872.

Rare original Utah Southern Railroad Company uncashed check signed by Brigham Young. Partially printed document signed “Brigham Young” as President and “George Swan” as Secretary, United States Internal Revenue two cents stamp, dated March 27th, 1872. Written to the order of $165.04 from the treasurer of the UCRB. In near fine condition with toning andContinue reading "Brigham Young Signed Utah Southern Railroad Company Check."

Lewis, C.S

The Screwtape Letters.

London : Geoffrey Bles, 1942.

First edition of Lewis‘ classic novel of spiritual conflict, one of his most celebrated works. Octavo, original cloth. Near fine in the rare original dust jacket which is in very good condition. Housed in a custom folding chemise and half morocco slipcase. An excellent example, rare in this condition.

The Holy Bible Containing the Old and New Testament. Newly translated out of the originall tongues and with the former translations diligently compared and revised by his Majesties speciall Command.

London 1672.

Rare 1672 edition of the King James version of the Holy Bible with Geneva Bible notes. Folio, bound in early purple straight-grain morocco with gilt titles and tooling to the spine in six compartments within double raised gilt bands, gilt ruling and scrolling to the panels, gilt-ruled turn-ins and inner dentelles, all edges gilt, textContinue reading "The Holy Bible Containing the Old and New Testament. Newly translated out of the originall tongues and with the former translations diligently compared and revised by his Majesties speciall Command."

Edwards, Jonathan

A History of the Work of Redemption.

New York : T. & J. Swords, 1793.

Early American edition of this work by the famed philosopher and theologian. Octavo, bound in contemporary calf, frontispiece. In good condition with bumping and rubbing to the extremities, toning throughout, small losses to the front free endpaper and top of the title page, spine repaired and rebacked.

Translated by George Sale

The Koran, Commonly Called the Alcoran of Mohammed, Translated into English Immediately from the Original Arabic; with Explanatory Notes, Taken from the Most Approved Commentators.

London : Charles Daly, 1838.

New edition of George Sale’s important translation of the Koran, the first to translate directly from the Arabic into English. Octavo, original cloth with titles in gilt on the spine, frontispiece with engraved folding plate with plan and view of Mecca, folding engraved map with inset view of Mecca, and 3 engraved genealogical tables (2Continue reading "The Koran, Commonly Called the Alcoran of Mohammed, Translated into English Immediately from the Original Arabic; with Explanatory Notes, Taken from the Most Approved Commentators."

Mother Teresa and Helmut Kohl

Mother Teresa and Helmut Kohl Signed Photograph.

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Black and white photographic portrait of Mother Teresa and German Chancellor Helmut Kohl. Lengthily signed by Mother Teresa, “Be one heart full of love in the Heart of Jesus through Mary, God bless you, M Teresa mc” and signed by Helmut Kohl and his wife. Mother Teresa and Chancellor Kohl met on July 13, 1986Continue reading "Mother Teresa and Helmut Kohl Signed Photograph."

Lewis, C.S

A Preface to Paradise Lost.

London : Oxford University Press, 1942.

First edition of this classic work, which discusses Milton’s Paradise Lost. Octavo, original green cloth. Boldly signed by C.S. Lewis on the front free endpaper. Near fine in a near fine dust jacket. From the library of noted collector William A. Strutz with his small bookplate to the pastedown. House in a custom half moroccoContinue reading "A Preface to Paradise Lost."

Lewis, C.S

The Abolition of Man or Reflections on Education with Special Reference to the Teaching of English in the Upper Forms of Schools.

London : Oxford University Press, 1943.

First edition of Lewis’s powerful essay, original delivered as three speeches in Newcastle-upon-Tyne in 1943 in which he “defends the objectivity of values such as goodness and beauty over against the modern view that these qualities are in the mind of the beholder.” Octavo, original publisher’s printed wrappers. Presentation copy, inscribed by the author onContinue reading "The Abolition of Man or Reflections on Education with Special Reference to the Teaching of English in the Upper Forms of Schools."

Bunyan, John

The Holy War, made by Shaddai upon Diabolus.

London : Printed for Dorman Newman and Benjamin Alsop, 1682.

Exceptionally rare first edition of this allegorical epic, which Macaulay said “if The Pilgrim’s Progress had not been written, The Holy War would have been the greatest English allegory” (Cambridge History of English Literature). Octavo, engraved portrait frontispiece by R. White. In very good condition, final advertisement leaf present, sig.B damp-stained at lower outer corners, cornerContinue reading "The Holy War, made by Shaddai upon Diabolus."

Lewis, C.S

Rehabilitations and Other Essays.

London : Oxford University Press, 1939.

First edition of one of Lewis’ earliest and most substantial books of essays. Octavo, original cloth, top edge black. Boldly by C.S. Lewis on the front free endpaper. Near fine in a near fine dust jacket. Provenance: Bookseller’s description laid in noting that this copy was signed by Lewis for K.P. Storer. Kenneth Peter StorerContinue reading "Rehabilitations and Other Essays."

Bunyan, John

Bunyan’s Choice Works: The Pilgrim’s Progress, The Holy War, The Barren Fig-Tree, Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners, and Heart’s Ease in Heart Trouble.

Glasgow : James Semple, c.1880.

Finely bound edition of one of the most significant works of religious English literature. Quarto, bound in full morocco with gilt titles and tooling to the spine in six compartments within raised gilt bands, gilt titles and tooling to the front panel, metal rim and double clasp to the boards, all edges gilt, profusely illustratedContinue reading "Bunyan’s Choice Works: The Pilgrim’s Progress, The Holy War, The Barren Fig-Tree, Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners, and Heart’s Ease in Heart Trouble."

Chinese Buddhist Watercolor Scroll of Diyu.

China c. 1880-1900.

Rare original Chinese watercolor scroll of the realm of the dead. Watercolor on paper, wooden rollers at top and bottom. The scroll measures 62.5 inches by 30.25 inches. In very good condition.

Avalos, Hector [Madeleine Albright]

Fighting Words: The Origins Of Religious Violence.

New York : Prometheus Books, 2005.

First edition of Avalos’s critical examination of religion and violence. Octavo, original publisher’s cloth. Signed and dated by the author on the front free endpaper. From the library of  Madeleine K. Albright. Madeleine K. Albright was the first woman to serve as the U.S. Secretary of State. She acted under President Bill Clinton from 1997Continue reading "Fighting Words: The Origins Of Religious Violence."

Gandhi, Mahatma [Mohandas]

My Appeal to the British.

New York : The John Day Company, 1942.

First edition of this collection of articles published by Mahatma Gandhi between April and July of 1942 which culminated in the Quit India movement and led to his arrest. Octavo, original cloth. Near fine in a very good dust jacket. Edited by Anand T. Hingorani.

Hitchens, Christopher

God Is Not Great: How Religion Poisons Everything.

New York : Twelve/ Hatchette Book Group, 2007.

First edition, early printing of this polemic by Hitchens. Octavo, original boards. Boldly signed by Christopher Hitchens on the title page. Near fine in a near fine dust jacket. Jacket design by Anne Twomey.

Graham, Billy; Dave Iwerks

Billy Graham Signed Photograph.

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Rare original Dave Iwerks photograph of legendary American evangelist Billy Graham, warmly inscribed by Graham, “To Anthony Janak God Bless You Always Billy Graham.” Black and white photograph of Graham in profile. Mounted to board, photographer’s label at lower right, studio ink stamp on mount verso: Copyright Dave Iwerks Northridge, Calif. U.S.A. The photograph measuresContinue reading "Billy Graham Signed Photograph."

His Holiness the Dalai Lama

His Holiness the Dalai Lama Signed Photograph.

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Color photograph of His Holiness The Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso. Glossy color photograph of the Dalai Lama standing in his traditional robes with his hands folded. Boldly signed in black felt tip at the lower right hand corner. In fine condition. The piece measures 10 inches by 8 inches.

Cohen, William S.; Janet Langheart Cohen; [Madeleine K. Albright]

Love in Black and White: A Memoir of Race, Religion, and Romance.

Lanham, MD : Rowman & Littlefield, 2007.

First edition of this profound story of perseverance against racial hatred and bigotry. Octavo, original half cloth, illustrated with black and white photographs. Association copy, inscribed by the authors on the half-title page, “For Secretary of State Madeleine K. Albright, with sincere Thanks for your friendship & for helping to make this story a success!Continue reading "Love in Black and White: A Memoir of Race, Religion, and Romance."

Mother Teresa

Mother Teresa Signed Photograph.

1984.

Rare photograph portrait of Mother Teresa boldly signed, “God bless you M. Teresa mc.” In fine condition. The piece measures 5 inches by 7 inches.

Tutu, Desmond and The Dalai Lama

Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu Signed Photograph.

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Rare photograph signed by the two Nobel Peace Prize winners. Color photograph of Archbishop of Cape Town Desmond Tutu and His Holiness the Dalai Lama holding hands in a joyous pose. Signed by each beneath their respective portraits. In fine condition. The piece measures 7.5 inches by 5.75 inches. Rare and desirable.

Albach, J. S

Heilige Anklänge: Gebete für Katholische Christen. [Sacred Echoes: Prayers for Catholic Christians].

Germany : Julius Muller, 1850.

Rare 19th century Catholic prayer book in the German language. Octodecimo, bound in leather with stylized botanical designs stamped in blind to the spine, front and rear panels, metallic crucifixion of Jesus to the front panel, original metallic locking mechanism preserved, all edges gilt, tissue-guarded frontispiece of Mary with the cross, illustrated with six steelContinue reading "Heilige Anklänge: Gebete für Katholische Christen. [Sacred Echoes: Prayers for Catholic Christians]."