The Book of Angelus Silesius

The book is in good condition, with a sturdy binding and clean pages. The dust jacket shows minor wear, including slight edge wear but remains intact. There are no inscriptions, signatures, or library markings, preserving the book's original integrity.

"The Book of Angelus Silesius," translated, drawn, and handwritten by Frederick Franck, was published by Vintage Books, a division of Random House, in 1976. This edition presents the 17th-century European Zen poet Angelus Silesius, whose work bridges Eastern mysticism and Western thought. Franck, known for his contributions to Zen literature, offers unique insights into Silesius’s poetry, enhancing the text with his own artistic illustrations. This volume is a significant exploration of philosophical and spiritual themes, appealing to those interested in the intersection of Eastern and Western ideologies. The book is bound in hardcover with a dust jacket in good condition, showing minor wear. This edition is a valuable addition to collections focused on Zen, poetry, or philosophical studies.