Faulkner Raymond Translator (7 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Raymond O. Faulkner (translator). Ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead. NY: Barnes & Noble, 2005, 4th printing, 224 pp. With Introduction by James P. Allen, Curator, Department of Egyptian Art, Metropolitan Museum of Art. "The modern title 'Book of the Dead' is misleading, because the texts are not about death but about life: specifically, eternal life as a spirit . . ." In terms of humanity this book's contents are from another planet, only surviving in found artifacts that have waited patiently through the ages. These artifacts include papyrus scrolls, sculptures, and wall paintings largely in tombs. The Egyptian word for "spells" in actuality means orations or chapters. No Black Magic involved. The book is heavy on color illustrations of said artifacts, all captioned with clear descriptions and interpretations. This book is in my inventory and the images are of this particular item. *** Color illustrated and decorated paper boards with "priceless" ruby stone mounted in scarab beetle brooch on front cover, also decorated end papers. Clean with almost no wear in solid binding. One small cosmetic flaw at bottom center of front cover. *** 9.5 inches tall by 11.5 inches.…

192pp. Prof. illus. 4to. Wraps.

paperback, large 4to, 175pp, numerous colour illustrations, clean and tight, no inscriptions, spine notc reased, Very Good condition. ISBN: 9780811807678.

Address book. Condition: Brand New. 20 revised anv edition. 191 pages. 14.00x9.50x0.75 inches. In Stock.

Address book. Condition: Brand New. 20 revised anv edition. 191 pages. 14.00x9.50x0.75 inches. In Stock.

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

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. Moire brown silk cloth boards with gilt blocked titles to spine, 280 x 225 mm approx. 192 pp. 60 colour and 85 black and white illustrations (per flap fold ) No reason to doubt. Please see our images of the actual book offered for sale for further details and condition. Revised Edition 1995 edited by Carol Andrews. Near Fine/ Near Fine (Book- a well meaning previous owner protected the dust jacket with a clear acetate cover secured with cellotape. this has been removed by us leaving slight imperfections to both paste downs - not significant but for an otherwise fine copy dictates that this be mentioned. No previous owner name. Dust Jacket- negligible shelf rubbing, non price clipped - cover £15. No other notable defects to book or jacket).Please state when placing order if you would wish that a removable proprietary protective sleeve be fitted.…