Of The Imitation of Christ in Four Books, by Thomas A Kempis, James Parker, Oxford, 1867 Limited edition of 2,000

This is a deluxe 1867 edition of The Imitation of Christ, the enduring Christian devotional attributed to Thomas à Kempis, one of the most widely read religious works in Western Christianity. First composed in Latin during the early 15th century, the text focuses on the interior life, humility, and the imitation of Christ’s example—making it a cornerstone of Christian mystical and devotional literature. The 1867 edition by James Parker & Co., limited to just 2,000 copies, was produced with clear attention to craftsmanship and aesthetic quality.

Of The Imitation of Christ in Four Books, by Thomas A Kempis.

Published by James Parker and Co., Oxford. Limited to 2,000 copies, October 1867. The brass crucifix onlay was not part of the standard issue for this volume, and this is a custom enhancement.

A near fine copy in full padded brown grained morocco leather with very light wear and bumping. With raised bands to spine and gilt title. There is one small indentation to the lowest panel of the spine.

With blind embossed line decoration. The front cover carries on onlayed brass crucifix, and with 4 gilt Gothic style initials to rear cover 'J.L.D.D.' - presumably previous owner. Endpapers are feathered marble. Full gilt edges to text block. With original red cloth ribbon.

The text is beautifully presented throughout - still very bright, and incorporating attractive red ink decoration and initials. With tipped-in illustrated plates.

A handsome volume.

Text in English.

xii + 353pp + (1) + Numerous Plates.

Dimensions: approx. 212mm high x 160mm wide x 40mm deep.

Weight: approximately 1183g (unpacked).