The Golden Bough. A Study in Magic and Religion
London: Macmillan and Co., Limited, 1929. Abridged Edition. Hardcover. Large Octavo. xiv, 756pp. Bound in orange-brown three-quarter leather over marbled boards with gilt ruling on covers, gilt lettering and ruling on spine; raised bands. Gilt edges. Marbled endpapers. Ribbon marker. Frontispiece with tissue guard. "The primary aim of this book is to explain the remarkable rule which regulated the succession to the priesthood of Diana and Aricia." ((Preface). A comparative study of mythology and religion by the Scottish anthropologist James George Frazer, in an attempt to define the shared elements of religious belief and scientific thought. The Golden Bough has been published in various editions, including a 12-volume set, and has had wide ranging influence on European literature. Minor wear along edges of binding. Near fine condition. Item #54915
Price: $350.00