Description
For sale: a rare and exceptional first edition, first printing hardcover copy of Zen Buddhism: An introduction to Zen with stories, parables and Koan Riddles told by the Zen masters with cuts from old Chinese ink paintings by Anonymous. First Edition unstated, 1959 Peter Pauper Press. Presumed First Printing with no subsequent printing.
The book is in Near Fine condition with clean, illustrated boards, strong title ink on a straight spine, foxed top page block, tight binding, heavy spine tilt, rubbed spine ends, mild edge wear, and lightly rubbed corners. The interior of the book is also in Near Fine condition with the previous owner’s name on the first free end-paper. No other marks, inscriptions, or other signs of ownership inside. The end papers and the interior pages are clean and bright, making it an excellent addition to any collection.
The dust jacket is in Very Good condition with mild surface wear, heavy edge wear, and the price crossed out on the front flap.
An introduction to Zen with stories, parables and Koan Riddles told by the Zen masters with cuts from old Chinese ink paintings.
Small volume (7.5 x 4.5 x .45″) ships promptly in a manila envelope with book wrapped in both craft paper and multiple layers of bubble wrap.
