Item #220901 The book of delight and other papers / by Israel Abrahams. Israel Abrahams.

The book of delight and other papers / by Israel Abrahams

1912, First Edition. Philadelphia : The Jewish Publication Society of America. Very good copy in the original gilt-blocked cloth. Spine bands and panel edges somewhat dulled and rubbed as with age. Remains quite well-preserved overall.; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 323 pages; Physical description: 323 p. ; 22 cm. Contents: "The book of delight." - A visit to Hebron. - The solace of books. - Medieval wayfaring. - The fox's heart. - "Marriages are made in heaven." - Hebrew love songs. - A handful of curiosities. - Notes. - Index. Subjects: Yosef ben Meir ibn Zabara -- Jewish literature -- History and criticism. Hebrew literature -- History and criticism -- Judaism. Item #220901

Price: €45.00

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