Religions of the Ancient East

The book is a hardcover in good condition, with a dust jacket that shows noticeable wear, including edge tears and chips. The binding remains intact, and the pages are clean with no inscriptions or library markings. This copy is a first edition, second printing, published in June 1959.

"Religions of the Ancient East" by Étienne Drioton, Georges Contenau, and Jacques Duchesne-Guillemin offers an in-depth exploration of ancient religious practices across Egypt, Western Asia, and Iran. Published by Hawthorn Books in New York, this first edition, second printing from June 1959, is part of the Twentieth Century Encyclopedia of Catholicism series. This edition is translated from the French by M. B. Loraine and provides a scholarly yet accessible examination of non-Christian beliefs. The authors, renowned experts in their respective fields, provide insights into the spiritual traditions that shaped early civilizations. This edition is scarce in its specific printing, appealing to collectors and historians alike. The hardcover format ensures durability, though the dust jacket shows signs of wear, including edge tears and chips, reflecting its age and journey through time.