THE VATICAN AND CHRISTIAN ROME - (1975) | Illustrated Vatican Edition | Slipcase | Large Format

Name: THE VATICAN AND CHRISTIAN ROME - (1975) | Illustrated Vatican Edition | Slipcase | Large Format
Author: Alfons M. Stickler, José Ruysschaert, Enrico Rovasenda et al.

Alfons M. Stickler, José Ruysschaert, Enrico Rovasenda et al.

Language: English

Published by Libreria Editrice Vaticana, 1975

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HEAVY OVERSIZE VOLUME (4.25 KG). EXTRA SHIPPING MAY APPLY. Large-format (32 × 27 cm) hardcover with original dust jacket and original publisher's slipcase, weighing approximately 3.75 kg before packing. A substantial and richly illustrated survey of Vatican City and Christian Rome, covering Saint Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums, the Apostolic Library, the Vatican Secret Archives, major Roman basilicas, catacombs and numerous monuments associated with the history of Christianity in Rome. xv, 522 pp., plus 4 unnumbered leaves of plates, Extensively illustrated throughout. Book, dust jacket and slipcase remain in very good condition, with light wear consistent with age and use. Internally clean and sound. From the library of Australian journalist, author and literary critic Desmond O'Grady, widely known for his writings on the Vatican, Christianity and religious affairs in Rome.

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Title: THE VATICAN AND CHRISTIAN ROME - (1975) | Illustrated Vatican Edition | Slipcase | Large Format
Author: Alfons M. Stickler, José Ruysschaert, Enrico Rovasenda et al.
Publisher: Libreria Editrice Vaticana
Publication year: 1975
Condition: Very good
Dust jacket: Very Good
Binding: Hardcover
Language: English
Edition: 1st Edition, Illustrated Edition
Item weight: 3,750 grams
Dimensions: 27 centimeters width by 32 centimeters height by 0 centimeters depth
Seller catalogs: Religious Studies

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Welcome to The Legacy Corner. Many of the books offered here come from the personal library of Australian writer, journalist and literary critic Desmond O'Grady (1935–2014), assembled over a lifetime spent between Australia and Italy. The collection reflects wide-ranging interests including history, literature, travel, religion, art, culture and the medieval world. Alongside these books are selected items from family collections and private estates. Each volume is offered with care and respect for its place within a larger intellectual and personal legacy. Occasionally, the catalogue may include signed, inscribed or provenance-related material from literary and academic circles.

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