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Collectible Edition Books from Barnes & Noble Bound in bonded leather, distinctive cover design, hubbed spine accented in gilt Breathtaking endpapers, permanent ribbon page marker Gilded page edges for beauty and protection Handsome readable typefaces, beautiful illustrations TITLE HOLY BIBLE King James Version ILLUSTRATOR by Gustave Dore MORE DETAILS When the King James translation of the Bible was first published in 1611, it was the first time that many people throughout the English-speaking world were able to read the Old and New Testaments in their native tongue. It proved so wildly popular, in fact, that it was the only book that many families owned. The majestic scope and poetry of the King James translation's language made an incomparable impact on Western religion, culture, and literature that still resonates today. This gorgeous gift edition also contains over 200 beautiful, rarely collected full-page illustrations by Gustave Doré (1832–1883) DESCRIPTION Mint condition, factory sealed in shrinkwrap, unread, clean inside, tight hardcover binding SHIPPING Books will be packed safely, and shipped via USPS Media Mail with tracking number.