Islam: Its Rise and Progress

1906 at title page. Stated at copyright adjacent title page: Printed at the S.P.C.K. Press, Vepery, Madras, 1906. Rarity well over a century in existence. Bound in half-leather over marbled boards. Medium brown smooth leather spine wrap and corner, marbled green, purple and cream marbled design, moderate shelf, edge wear. Spine appears to have seven bands; Islam and Sell embossed in gilt. Light brown textured endpapers. Pages very good; name, number at title page. String-bind good; hinges intact. From preface: "This book contains a simple and popular account of the rise and progress of a great religion. Those who wish for a more complete statement and who desire to know the original authorities on which this record is based are referred to the Authors's larger works - the Faith of Islam; Essays on Islam; and, The Historical Devlopment of the Qur'an. E. S. , January 1, 1906." 94 pages. Insured post. Size: 16mo - over 5¾" - 6¾" tall.