Thrice-Greatest Hermes: Studies in Hellenistic Theosophy and Gnosis, Volume One: Prolegomena

The hardcover is bound in red cloth, showing minor wear consistent with age. The spine and binding remain intact, with no visible dust jacket. The pages are clean and free of inscriptions or library markings, indicating it is not an ex-library copy. Overall, the book is in good condition for its age.

"Thrice-Greatest Hermes: Studies in Hellenistic Theosophy and Gnosis, Volume One: Prolegomena" by G. R. S. Mead is a significant work exploring the ancient texts attributed to Hermes Trismegistus. This edition, published by John M. Watkins in London, 1964, is the third impression re-set, originally first published in 1906. Mead, a notable scholar in the fields of theosophy and gnosis, provides a translation and commentary on the extant sermons and fragments of the Trismegistic literature. This volume, focusing on the prolegomena, offers insights into early mystical and philosophical traditions. The hardcover edition is bound in red cloth, and while no dust jacket is present, the book itself is in good condition. This edition is a valuable resource for those interested in esoteric studies and the historical context of Hellenistic thought.