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By The Way Books
Rare, Fine and Academic book especially in the fields of spiritual traditions and esoterica, East and West.
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Plotinus; MacKenna, Stephen (translator) The Library of Philosophical Translations Volume I: The Ethical Treatises; Volume II: Psychic and Physical Treatises; Volume III: On the Nature of the Soul; Volume IV: The Divine Mind; Volume V: On the One and Good
$1,200.00
London: Medici Society, 1921–1930. Volume I Second printing, 1927; Volume II First Printing, 1921; Volume III, First printing, 1924; Volume IV, First printing, 1926; Volume V, First printing, 1930; Volumes II–V limited to 1000 copies; Printed on pure rag mould made paper, titles in blue and black, Michalet boards, canvas back and paper labels; Ownership signature of Hugh Ripman in each volume; 10½” x 7½”; 158, 240, 158, 101 & [pages].
Books generally very good with modest wear; All in jackets of varying condition; Some wear and loss to each jacket; Volume II jacket very faded.
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Theological and Practical Divinity — Jacob Boehme,
Behmen [Boehme], Jacob Theological and Practical Divinity With Extracts of Several Treatises Written by Jacob Behmen, The Parable of a Pilgrim, taken from an ancient Author and Divers other tracts taken from different Authors
$1,200.00London: Published by a Gentleman retired from Business, 1769. pp. (Four parts individually paginated) [x] (blank), title, xii, 134, 92, 120, 50; Note on pastedown reads: “The Editor of this Volume, and Mr. Brother, head of steward to the Grandfather of the present Duke of Bedford, 4 Nov. 1805 the information of Mr. Sam Mills to H. S. who also said, that Mr. Hartley wrote the latter part of the Volume. Mr. Mills was well acquainted when he lived in Bath, with Mr. Cranham & who used then to attend by Mr. Chas. & Mr. Whitefield, preachers.” (Names may not be exact); Oddly, there appears to be a second pastedown with a cutout making this note visible; A similar thing has been done at the rear exposing a few notes from the text; It does appear to have been rebacked; Ownership signature on title page of Dr. Elmira Y. Howard, a Nineteenth Century woman physician. Good condition; Covers quite worn; Front board loose; Some marginal notes which appear to be from very early and some later pencil marginalia; Textblock rippling.
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Limited to 310 copies
Lucius Apuleius (c124-c170) ; Edited by C. Holmes De Cupidinis Et Psyches Amoribus Fabula Anilis Vale Press – Cupid and Psyche – Typography
$1,350.00London: Ballantyne Press For Hacon and Ricketts, 1901. Sold by Hacon & Ricketts. Limited to 310 copies [No copies on Vellum]. Printed in Vale type on heavy paper with a watermark of engraving tools and wreaths. (p.30). The text is in Latin. 5 wood engravings, woodcut border and an initial on opening page by Charles Ricketts. 11.75 inches tall; Imperial octavo (approximately 11.5 x 7.5 inches); (12) blank, xxx, colophon, (13) blank. Original linen backed blue paper covered boards with printed paper label on upper cover; Boards have minor ageing; Paper label age-toned; Hint of a rub on the lower rear corner, Endpages toned as is typical. Some preliminaries unopened. Ref; Watley, B33; L’Art Ancient, 53, Ricketts, xxviii The Tale of Cupid and Psyche, part of Lucius Apuleius’ Metamorphoses (also known as The Golden Ass), is a profound allegorical story exploring themes of love, transformation, and the soul’s quest for enlightenment. The narrative centers on the relationship between the god Cupid and the mortal Psyche, whose trials reflect the soul’s journey through challenges toward divine union. This myth has inspired numerous theological, psychological, and artistic interpretations, making it a cornerstone of Western cultural and literary tradition. Charles Ricketts’ Latin edition of De Cupidinis et Psyches Amoribus Fabula Anilis, published by the Vale Press in the early 20th century, plays a crucial role in the revival of classical works. During this period, there was a renewed interest in classical antiquity, and Ricketts, a key figure in the British Arts and Crafts movement, was dedicated to reintroducing these timeless texts with artistic elegance. The Vale Press, known for its high-quality publications, became synonymous with beautifully crafted books. Ricketts’ edition was a limited, meticulously designed volume that combined literary and artistic value. The tale’s themes of love, transformation, and spiritual growth resonated with the Symbolist movement’s focus on mysticism and myth. By publishing this work, Ricketts aligned himself with Symbolism’s deep appreciation for beauty, allegory, and the emotional depth of myth, enhancing the cultural significance of both the text and the press. Subjects – Key Words:+++ Cupid and Psyche; Lucius Apuleius; The Golden Ass; Allegory; Symbolism; Soul’s Journey; Mythology; Mythical Themes; Metamorphoses. +++ Arts and Crafts Movement; Charles Ricketts; Vale Press; Fine Press; Limited Edition; Classical Revival; Symbolist Movement; Aestheticism; Renaissance of Antiquity; Aesthetic Movement. +++ Book Design; Handcrafted Books; Illustrated Editions; Typography; Artistic Publishing; Printing — Great Britain; Type and type-founding; Handmade papers; Private press books; Typefaces; Private Press.
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Behold the Spirit by Alan Watts — First Edition (1
Watts, Alan Behold the Spirit A Study in the Necessity of Mystical Religion
$1,200.00New York: Pantheon, 1947. First edition. 254 pages. Hardbound in very good condition in a good dust jacket; Jacket quite edge worn with loss to spine ends, larger piece missing from rear panel and tape to corner edges.
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1935 first edition, Theosophical lodge copy
Evans-Wentz, W. Y.; Dawa-Samdup, Lama Kazi; Marett, R. R. Tibetan Yoga and Secret Doctrines or Seven Books of Wisdom of the Great Path
$337.08 *
* estimated currency conversionOxford University Press, 1935. First Edition. Hardcover. Good+/Good+ 1st ed 1935 Oxford University Press hardback, unclipped DJ, illustrated. Gift note to fly-leaf with very interesting Theosophical Society ‘Annie Besant’ Lodge library book-plate beneath it. Tears to jacket spine ends with longer tear to top front corner of jacket spine, some edge-wear to jacket and minor bump to lower front edge of board, tight and unmarked. Size: octavo. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 2kg. Category: Religion & Theology; United Kingdom; ISBN: 0195014383. ISBN/EAN: 9780195014389. 84cxrarebooks is the trading name of Cambridge-based bookseller Marino Guida, with 25 years experience in the trade. We guarantee the condition of all our books. Further images or a short video presentation of any book can be arranged on request. We send tax-free and tariff-free to EU, US/Canada and Australia/NZ with insurance included for peace of mind. Inventory No: 103478. Collectable – Good Condition / Good.
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