Bidspirit auction | The Book of Letters –

The Book of Letters – A Mystical Alef-Bait By Lawrence Kushner | Harper & Row Publishers, New York, 1975 | First Edition - A beautifully designed first edition of Kushner’s mystical interpretation of the Hebrew alphabet — an artistic and spiritual exploration of the hidden meanings behind each letter. Hand-lettered throughout with bold red and black calligraphy, this book combines Jewish mysticism, poetic insight, and visual artistry. Published by Harper & Row, New York, 1975. Original beige cloth binding with illustrated dust jacket (dust jacket torn at edges). 64 pages. A highly collectible edition, regarded as a cornerstone of modern Jewish spiritual literature and design.