Damien the Leper John Farrow 1955 HC DJ 1st Ed Sheed & Ward Catholic Biography

Key Details:

• Title: Damien the Leper

• Author: John Farrow

• Publisher: Sheed and Ward Ltd, London & New York

• Year of Publication: 1955

• Edition: First Edition

• Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket (protected in removable wrap)

• Pages: 230

• Language: English

• Genre: Biography / Religious / Catholic History

Mini Story:
John Farrow’s moving biography of Father Damien, the selfless priest who ministered to lepers on the Hawaiian island of Molokai, brings to life one of the most inspiring stories of faith and sacrifice. “Damien the Leper” is not just a spiritual account—it’s a powerful narrative of compassion, devotion, and courage in the face of overwhelming adversity.

Condition:
Condition: Good – see detailed notes below.

This is a vintage hardcover in presentable collectible condition:

• Original dust jacket is intact with visible wear including edge tears, chips, and some tape reinforcement. Now housed in a removable protective sleeve.

• Red cloth boards underneath are clean and firm.

• Endpapers show notable foxing, and some pages exhibit mild age toning consistent with age.

• No inscriptions, annotations, or library markings.

• A solid and complete first edition copy of this heartfelt biographical work.
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