The Devil: Perceptions of Evil from Antiquity to Primitive Christianity

The book is in good condition with a sturdy hardcover binding. The dust jacket exhibits minor wear and slight edge tears, but remains intact. The pages are clean, with no inscriptions or library markings, making it a well-preserved copy suitable for collectors and scholars.

"The Devil: Perceptions of Evil from Antiquity to Primitive Christianity" by Jeffrey Burton Russell, published by Cornell University Press in 1977, offers a scholarly exploration of the concept of evil from ancient times through the early Christian era. This hardcover edition, first published in 1977, delves into the historical and theological perspectives on the devil and evil, making it a significant contribution to religious studies and history. Russell, a renowned historian, provides an in-depth analysis that is both comprehensive and insightful. This edition is particularly valuable for collectors and scholars interested in religious history and the evolution of theological concepts. The book is in good condition with a dust jacket that shows minor wear and slight edge tears.