Emma J Edelstein (35 results)

paperback. Condition: Good. Reprint. Corners are bent. Used - Good.

paperback. Condition: Good. Clean Pages. Dog ear bends to pages / cover. Proceeds benefit the Pima County Public Library system, which serves Tucson and southern Arizona. Slight edge wear and bumping.

Condition: acceptable. Book is considered to be in acceptable condition. The actual cover image may not match the stock photo. Book may have one or more of the following defects: noticeable wear on the cover dust jacket or spine; curved, dog eared or creased page s ; writing or highlighting inside or on the edges; sticker s or other adhesive on cover; CD DVD may not be included; and book may be a former library copy.…

First edition Fine and bright pictorial oversize black boards with gilt lettering. Beautifully laid out with color photographs and portraits from the field.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Light wear to covers, otherwise text clean and solid; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 782 pages.

Paperback. Condition: Near fine. Small quarto, 25 cm x 17.5 cm, Volume I: 470 pp., Volume II: 277 pp., This work contains both Volume I and II of this work and is one single edition. It contains both English and Greek text within. There is a small bump on the bottom of the spine and some minor wear on the top of the spine.…

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Condition: New. NEW. A very fine, clean and tight copy in new and unread condition in publishers original shrink wrap. New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: Very Good. Envoi rapide Très bon état de conservation tranche légèrement ternie intérieur propre bonne tenue. 17 78x25 4x4 9784cm. 1998. Broché. 784 pages. Very Good.

Condition: New.

Paperback. First Edition. New introduction by Gary B. Ferngren. Small 4to. Stiff glossy pictorial wrappers. xxvii, 470pp, xxxiii-xxxvi, 277pp. Very good. Tight and nice, with just faint wear near foot of spine and slight ding to rear upper corner. Attractive first of this edition, a reprint with new intro of the classic 1945 two-volume work by the unusual husband-and-wife classical scholars. In it, they gather an enormous array of ancient writings regarding the ancient Greek and Roman god of healing, physicians and medicine.…

Condition: New. 1998. Reprint. Paperback. . . . . .

Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Asclepius: Collection and Interpretation of the Testimonies. Book.

Paperback. Condition: New. Throughout nearly all of antiquity, the legendary Greek physician, Asclepius, son of Apollo and Coronis, was not only the primary representative of divine healing, but also so influential in the religious life of later centuries that, as Emma J. Edelstein and Ludwig Edelstein point out, "in the final stages of paganism, of all genuinely Greek gods, [he] was judged the foremost antagonist of Christ." Providing an overview of all facets of the Asclepius phenomenon, this book, first published in two volumes in 1945, comprises a unique collection of the literary references and inscriptions in ancient texts-given in both the original and translation-to the deity, his life, his deeds, his cult, and his temples, as well as an extended analysis of them.…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New. 1998. Reprint. Paperback. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Condition: New. In English.

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 8vo (super). xxvii, 470 p.p., xxxvi, 277 p.p. Two volumes bound as one. First Thus. First puplished in 2 vols in 1945. Pictorial soft cover with Greek palm design. A few scuffs to tail edge, but otherwise a fine copy. Throughout nearly all of antiquity, the legendary Greek physician, Asclepius, son of Apollo and Coronis, was not only the primary representative of divine healing, but also so influential in the religious life of later centuries that, as Emma J. Edelstein and Ludwig Edelstein point out, "in the final stages of paganism, of all genuinely Greek gods, [he] was judged the foremost antagonist of Christ." Providing an overview of all facets of the Asclepius phenomenon, this book comprises a unique collection of the literary references and inscriptions in ancient texts-given in both the original and translation-to the deity, his life, his deeds, his cult, and his temples, as well as an extended analysis of them.…

paperback. Condition: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title.

Paperback. Condition: New. Throughout nearly all of antiquity, the legendary Greek physician, Asclepius, son of Apollo and Coronis, was not only the primary representative of divine healing, but also so influential in the religious life of later centuries that, as Emma J. Edelstein and Ludwig Edelstein point out, "in the final stages of paganism, of all genuinely Greek gods, [he] was judged the foremost antagonist of Christ." Providing an overview of all facets of the Asclepius phenomenon, this book, first published in two volumes in 1945, comprises a unique collection of the literary references and inscriptions in ancient texts-given in both the original and translation-to the deity, his life, his deeds, his cult, and his temples, as well as an extended analysis of them.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Baltimore, The John Hopkins Press. 1945. x+277 pages. Publisher's cloth with dust-jacket. Corners and spine ends are slightly bumped. A couple of stains on the top edge. Volume II only. Publications of the Institute of the History of Medicine. The John Hopkins University. Second Series: Texts and Documents. …

Large 8°, Original softcover. 2. ed. 470, XXXVI, 277 p. Mint copy. Sprache: Deutsch Gewicht in Gramm: 0.

Condition: Fair. Baltimore, MD: The Johns Hopkins Press, 1945. Two volume set. Sm 4to Hardcover. 470pp; 277pp. Good set and no dust jackets. Both volumes: Slightly dampstained. (ancient medicine, medical, history, greece) Inquire if you need further information. NOT AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Octavo. 452pp 260pp + index. . A avery good set in blue cloth without dj. Exlibrary with all the usual markings, inscribed/signed by the author to. Inscribed By the Author.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1945. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Vol:- Volume 2, Pages:- 302, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. Volume 2 302 302.…

Condition: New. Print on Demand pp. 784 66:B&W 7 x 10 in or 254 x 178 mm Perfect Bound on White w/Gloss Lam.