The Golden Bough

The book is bound in beige cloth with decorative embossing on the spine. The cover shows minor wear typical of its age, with slightly bumped corners and edges. The binding is intact, and the pages are clean with no inscriptions or library markings. There is no dust jacket present.

"The Golden Bough: A Study in Magic and Religion" by Sir James George Frazer, published by The Macmillan Company in 1951, is a seminal work in anthropology and the study of religion. This edition, published in New York, is an abridged version, condensing Frazer's extensive research into a single volume. Frazer, a renowned anthropologist, explores the connections between ancient myths, magic, and religious practices across cultures. This 1951 edition captures the essence of Frazer's arguments and remains a critical reference for students of anthropology and cultural studies. The book is bound in a sturdy beige cloth cover with embossed designs on the spine, indicating its mid-20th-century publication. While it lacks a dust jacket, the book is in good condition, making it a valuable addition to any collection focused on the history of religious and cultural thought.