Description
For sale: a rare and exceptional First Collector’s Edition, first printing hardcover copy of The Egyptian Book of the Dead. Introduction by Nigel Fletcher-Jones. First Edition unstated, 2022 Amber Books. First Printing with no subsequent printing.
The exterior of the book is in Fine condition with spotless cloth boards, sewn with gold braid, strong title ink on a bound paper spine and strong title gilt on the front cover, illustrated with a full color mandala print. Also with , clean page blocks, tight binding, no spine tilt, strong spine ends, no edge wear, and strong corners. The interior of the book is also in Fine condition with no marks, inscriptions, or other signs of ownership. The end papers and the interior pages are clean and bright, making this an excellent addition to any collection. Pristine unread condition.
No dust jacket as issued.
The classic text describing Ancient Egyptian beliefs about death and the afterlife, presented in a high-quality, Chinese-bound format.
In traditional Chinese Bookbinding, single sheets of paper are printed on one side only, and each sheet is folded in half with the printed pages on the outside. The book block is then sandwiched between two boards and sewn together through punched holes close to the edge of the folded sheets, This leaves the folded edges on the open side of the book.
The Egyptian Book of the Dead is an ancient collection of spells, prayers and incantations designed to guide the departed through the perils of the underworld, ultimately ensuring eternal life. Written as part of funeral rites, these scrolls were often left in the sarcophagus of the deceased and now offer fascinating insight into Egyptian culture.
This beautifully illustrated edition contains images from the exquisite Papyrus of Ani, an ancient Egyptian scroll narrating the journey of Theban scribe Ani through the underworld.
Ships promptly in a secure mailer with book wrapped in both craft paper and bubble wrap.
