Book of the Holy Graal (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169724778)

The Book of the Holy Graal by Arthur Edward Waite is a comprehensive and scholarly exploration of the legendary Holy Grail. The book delves into the origins of the Grail myth, tracing its roots back to ancient Celtic and Christian traditions. Waite examines the various interpretations of the Grail legend, from its role as a symbol of spiritual enlightenment to its association with the bloodline of Jesus Christ. The book also explores the Grail's place in medieval literature, including the Arthurian legends and the works of Chr�����tien de Troyes. Waite's analysis is supported by extensive research and references to primary sources, making this book a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of the Grail myth. Overall, The Book of the Holy Graal is a fascinating and in-depth exploration of one of the most enduring and mysterious legends in Western culture.1921. Contents: quest of a perfect sleep; dream nomads; daughter of life; way in the waking world; tale of eternal death; house of many mansions; dream in the quest of God; garden of life; master comes; way of the waterside; food of heaven; man and maid; of spiritual marriage; priest and priestess; golden veil of doctrine; Christ mystical; within the veil; valete.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Arthur Edward Waite
ISBN-10: 1169724779
ISBN-13: 9781169724778
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 176
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.54lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.44d