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1718 The True Nature of Imposture Fully Display's in the Life of MahometLondon: 1718Humphrey Prideaux's discourse against Islam, defending Christianity against the the attacks of deism, bound in full contemporary calf. -
c1850 The QuranNone stated: c1850A beautifully bound example of an Ottoman Empire Quran, written in the original Arabic, adorned with hand coloured illuminations to the first Surah, and bound in a full calf gilt mikleb binding. -
1860 2 Vols The Faiths of the World; An Account of all Religions and Religious Sects, their Doctrines, Rites, Ceremonies, and CustomsLondon; Edinburgh: 1960An extensive reference work regarding faiths worldwide in the nineteenth century by James Gardner, profusely illustrated throughout. -
1698 The True Nature of Imposture Fully Display'd in the Life of MohometLondon: 1698A scarce early edition of Humphrey Prideaux's discourse against Islam, defending Christianity against the the attacks of deism, bound in full calf. -
1918 The Life of Mohammad the Prophet of AllahParis: 1918A scarce biography on the prophet Mohammad, an impressive limited edition volume with chromolithograph plates. -
1855 The Development of the Religious Idea in Judaism, Christianity, and MahomedanismLondon: 1855A smart copy of this translated series of lectures on religion and the religious idea from German rabbi Ludwig Philippson. -
1887 Tales of the CaliphLondon : 1887A scarce work featuring a series of stories about the reign of Caliph Harun al-Rashid and his unique, often dangerous adventures. -
1926 Arabian Society at the Time of Muhammad. Parts I and II.Calcutta and Simla: 1926The very scarce first edition of Pringle Kennedy's history of Arabian society. -
1922 The Mercy of AllahLondon: 1922The first edition of this collection of short stories by writer and historian Hilaire Belloc, in the very scarce dust wrapper, designed by G. K. Chesterton. -
1826 The Holy Koran; Commonly Called the Alcoran of MohammedLondon: 1826A very scarce English language translation of the Quran, issued by political agitator and suffragist Richard Carlile. -
1954 The Wonder that was IndiaLondon: 1954The first edition of A. L. Basham's beautifully illustrated study of the history of India, in an exceptional full morocco binding. -
1857 Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to El Medinah and MeccahLondon: 1857The second edition of Richard Burton's famous account of his journey to Mecca, disguised as a Muslim, during a period when non-Muslims were strictly forbidden. -
1921 Islam in India or the Qanun-I-IslamLondon : 1921This very scarce work exploring the history of Islam in India. -
1935 Fajr al-IslamAl-Qahirah: 1935A very scarce work by historian Ahmad Amin, exploring the history of Islamic religious and culture. -
1952 Religion in Human ExperienceLondon: 1952The uncommon first edition of this social study of religion with illustrations and in the original dust wrapper. -
1925 The Moslem World in RevolutionEdinburgh: 1925An illustrated edition of this educational work on Islam. -
1857 Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to El Medinah and MeccahLondon: 1857Richard Burton's famous account of his journey to Mecca, disguised as a Muslim, during a period when non-Muslims were strictly forbidden. -
1896 4 Vols A Comprehensive Commentary on The Quran Comprising Sale's Translation and Preliminary Discourse, with Additional Notes and EmendationsLondon : 1896A complete four volume set of A Comprehensive Commentary on The Quran, including Sale's translation. -
1892 The Caliphate Its Rise, Decline, and FallLondon : 1892A smart second edition copy exploring the history of the Caliphate, with folding maps. -
1904 The Holy LandLondon: 1904A beautifully illustrated travel guide to the Holy Land of Jerusalem, complete with colour plates and topographical descriptions. -
1906 2Vol Under the Syrian SunLondonvii [1], 1-: 1906A first edition account of a journey through Syria, illustrated with vibrant colour plates. -
1875 Eastern Life, Past and PresentLondon: 1875A scarce, illustrated work from Victorian era social theorist Harriet Martineau, often seen as the first female sociologist. -
1853 Oriental and Sacred Scenes, Notes of Travel in Greece, Turkey and PalestineNew York: 1853The scarce first edition of this Biblical scholar's account of his travels in 'the further Orient'. -
1910 The Historical Geography of the Holy LandLondon: 1910A Scottish Presbyterian theologian's geographical study of Palestine, and its relationship to Christianity. -
1953 La Pensee De L'Islam by Hilmi Ziya Ulken Scarce FrenchIstanbul: 1953A fascinating work by noted Turkish academic Hilmi Ziya Ulken regarding the philosophy and thought of Islam. -
1795 2vol The Koran Commonly Called the Alcoran of Mohammed George Sale HazardBath; London: 1795George Sale's English translation of the Koran.