The Itinerary of Rabbi Benjamin of Tudela (2 Vol.)
New York: Hakesheth Publishing Co., 1900. Hardcover. 8vo. Vol. I xii, 165pp., 122pp. Hebrew section, (3) title page and introduction for Hebrew section. Vol. II xix, (1) errata, 448pp. Original gilt-stamped illustrated cloth with gilt lettering on front board and spine. English translation and original Hebrew text of Benjamin of Tudela's 12th century travelogue. Tudela's vivid descriptions of western Asia preceded those of Marco Polo by a hundred years. Offers a bibliography covering book's printing history and contextual essays on medieval geography and Islamic political culture by F. Lebrecht and Leopold Zunz. Text in English and Hebrew. Very light wear to binding. Vol. I shows traces of removed writing or stamps on title page and inside covers. Binding and interior in overall very good condition. vg. Item #29327
Price: $275.00