Albert Schweitzer: An Introduction — Second-Hand

Albert Schweitzer: An Introduction Second-Hand

Author: Jacques Feschotte
Publisher: Adam & Charles Black (London) / Collins (variant) 1954 / 1956 edition
ISBN/Identifier: (original edition published 1954) 
Format: Hardcover Second-Hand

About the book:
This readable introduction explores the life and work of Albert Schweitzer physician, missionary, theologian, musician and Nobel Peace Prize laureate tracing his Alsatian upbringing, theological and musical career, his medical-mission in Lambaréné and his influential philosophy of "Reverence for Life". The book also includes *two previously unpublished addresses* by Schweitzer himself, offering rare primary-source insight. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

Condition

• Grading: Good to Very Good (second-hand). Expect light shelf-wear, mild scuffing of edges/corners, possible crease or slight fading of dust jacket if present.
• Marks/Notes: May include previous owner's bookplate or name, slight tanning of pages or minor foxing in outer leaves; no missing pages or major damage unless stated.
• Photos: If available, images depict the actual copy you will receive please inspect before purchase.

Key Details

• Language: English (translated from French)
• Genre: Biography / Missionary History / Theology
• Pages: Approx. 130 pages. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
• Edition/Printing: Check cover and publisher imprint first English edition by Adam & Charles Black (London, 1954). Later UK edition by Collins (1956) listed. 

1 × hardcover copy of Albert Schweitzer: An Introduction (second-hand). No additional inserts, dustkit (unless shown), or extra materials unless noted.

• Like New: Looks unread; minimal to no wear.
• Very Good: Light general wear; clean cover and pages.
• Good: Some visible wear (edge scuffs, slight spine crease or dust jacket wear); fully readable.
• Acceptable: Noticeable wear or markings; intact and readable but clearly used.

This particular copy is graded Good to Very Good based on the condition description above.

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• Book will be securely packaged (board-backing + cello sleeve if dust-jacket present) to protect spine, cover and pages.
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• Second-hand items are sold as described and shown; condition details are provided above.
• If the description contains a material error (e.g., missing pages, undisclosed damage) please contact us and we will address it promptly.

• This book is a lesser-common vintage biography/introductory title on Albert Schweitzer and features the added value of two unpublished addresses by Schweitzer himself a plus for collectors and serious readers of missionary/theological history. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
• Please note: because this copy is Second-Hand and vintage, age-related characteristics such as offsetting, foxing, or dust jacket wear are typical and to be expected. View any available photos carefully and ask questions if necessary.
• If you are particularly seeking a specific printing version (1954 vs 1956 UK edition), please check imprint and publisher details before purchase.

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