The Albert Schweitzer Jubilee Book (Royal Deluxe edition)
Cambridge MA: Sci-Art Publishers, [1951]. Royal Deluxe Edition. Quarto; 508pp. Finely bound in gilt-decorated full navy morocco elaborately bordered in gilt on covers, floral design with red morocco onlays at center, spine gilt, raised bands, gilt dentelles, marbled endpapers, top edge gilt, burgundy silk bookmark; "Ivan C. F. Heisler" at foot of spine. Heisler (1921-1976) was a noted California-based bibliophile. A fine example of an uncommon deluxe issue devoted to one of the twentieth century's most influential humanitarian and philosophical figures. Item #23300
A deluxe issue celebrating Albert Schweitzer’s life and work on his seventieth birthday. This multi-author tribute volume contains twenty-six chapters on his life, philosophy, theology, music, medical work, and humanitarian ideals, contributed by prominent scholars, physicians, theologians, and educators. Published in connection with the international celebration of Schweitzer's life and work and his hospital at Lambaréné.
Price: $450.00