Description
Format: Hard Cover
Condition:
New condition with dust jacket
Publisher: William Morrow & Company
First Edition
Author: James S. Freemantle
Summary
The Psalms of David
James S. Freemantle
Foreword by Stephen Freemantle
The Psalms of David by James S. Freemantle is a remarkable facsimile edition that showcases the author's dedication to art and devotion. Born in India in 1859, Freemantle served in the British Army, traveling extensively through the Middle East. In 1906, he embarked on a personal project to hand-letter and illustrate the Psalms of David as a testament to his love for his wife, Clara. Over three decades, he meticulously crafted this work, infusing each page with vibrant illustrations inspired by his surroundings. The pages are adorned with the rich flora of India—jacarandas, flame-of-the-forest, laburnums, poinsettias, and mimosas. The fauna includes kingfishers, larks, butterflies, storks, and pheasants. Scenes from his travels, such as Middle Eastern harbors and villages, further enrich the volume, reflecting his draftsman's precision and artistic flair. This illuminated edition of the King James version of the Psalms is not just a religious text but a visual journey through a life devoted to beauty and love. It's a treasure for collectors and a testament to the enduring power of personal dedication
A labor of love, a work of art, a volume to treasure, this illuminated edition of the King James version of the Psalms of David is the perfect gift for all seasons.