KAZANTZAKIS, Nikos (1883-1957). O teleftéos pirasmós... Lot 264
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KAZANTZAKIS, Nikos (1883-1957). O teleftéos pirasmós [The Last Temptation of Christ]. Athens:
Thiphros, 1955.
First edition, signed by the author, of this historical novel on which Scorsese based the 1988 Oscar-nominated film of the same name. It is a reinterpretation of the Gospels that sees a much more human Christ who is constantly subject to temptation. The book was banned by the Church.
8vo, (208 x 136mm). Text in Greek, author's signature to penultimate page (some light wear). Half-calf binding, title gilt directly to spine (spine almost completely detached, some wear). Provenance: 'Nicolas Veloglou, agent, periodical, newspaper. Port Said'. (1)
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