The Book of Ruth

Not Stated

Published by The Nonesuch Press, London, 1923

About this Item

A Nonesuch limited edition of this historical book of the Bible, a smart copy with striking decorations. A limited edition of two hundred and fifty copies, of which this is numbered sixteen.In the original publisher's paper covered slipcase, in a very good indeed condition.An English translation of this book of the Bible, from the King James' Bible. In Christianity, this is considered to be one of the historical books.The book follows Naomi and her daughter-in-law Ruth, who travel to Bethlehem after the death of their husbands.Originally written in Hebrew during the Persian period of c550-330BCE.With decorations by Geofroy Troy and Bernard Salomon.Prospectus for this book is tipped in before the front endpaper. In the original publisher's paper covered boards, in the original paper covered slipcase. Externally, smart. Spine is sunned. Prospectus for this book is tipped in before the front endpaper. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Slipcase is smart with light marks, in a very good indeed condition. Near Fine.

Seller Inventory # 961P7

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Book of Ruth
• Publisher: The Nonesuch Press, London
• Publication Date: 1923
• Binding: Hardback
• Illustrator: Geofroy Troy; Bernard Salomon
• Condition: Near Fine
• Book Type: book
• Seller catalogs:
  • Anglican