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The Life of Jesus [hardcover] Ernest Renan
This 1951 Everyman’s Library edition is bound in a blue cloth hardcover with gilt lettering on the spine and patterned endpapers. The cover shows minimal wear with light scuffing on the edges. The embossed library stamp and “RPA” marking indicate it was part of a library collection, but there are no other library markings or adhesive remnants. The binding is tight, and the pages are clean with light toning and minor foxing. Overall, the book is in very good condition for its age and is a fine addition to any collection of religious or philosophical works.
SKU: VBe-059
Title: The Life of Jesus
Subtitle: Theology & Philosophy (Everyman’s Library No. 805)
Author: Ernest Renan (translated by C. E. Wilbour, introduction by Charles Gore)
Year of Publication: First published in this edition 1927; last reprinted 1951.
Edition: Everyman’s Library edition, reprinted 1951.
Printing: Not explicitly stated, assumed to be the 1951 printing.
Publisher Name: J. M. Dent & Sons Ltd., London.
Type of Binding: Hardcover.
Dust Jacket: Not present.
Book Club Edition: No.
Former Library Book: Yes, with embossed library stamp (RPA Library of Religious and Political Advancement).
Damage on the Cover: Minimal wear; light scuffing at edges.
Pages Clean: Yes, with some light age toning.
Foxing: Minor, visible on edges and a few pages.
Description:
Ernest Renan’s The Life of Jesus is a theological and philosophical exploration of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. First published in 1863, this work was controversial for its time due to its liberal approach and reliance on historical analysis rather than strict religious dogma. It remains an essential work in the field of religious studies, blending historical criticism with literary elegance. This edition, part of the Everyman’s Library series, includes an introduction by Charles Gore and a translation by C. E. Wilbour, making it accessible to English-speaking readers. The book offers a compelling view of Jesus as a historical figure and religious icon, appealing to scholars and general readers interested in theology and philosophy.
Genre and Sub-genre:
Genre: Theology / Philosophy.
Sub-genre: Religious Studies.
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