A masterful blend of scholarship, devotion, and 19th-century craftsmanship, this remarkable 1875 edition of Hitchcock’s New and Complete Analysis of the Holy Bible stands as both a spiritual guide and a testament to the enduring beauty of antique bookmaking. Printed in New York by A.J. Johnson & Son, this substantial volume was designed not only to illuminate the sacred text, but to serve as a comprehensive tool for study, reflection, and deeper understanding.
Bound in rich leather with intricate gilt tooling on the spine and boards, the book exudes the stately elegance of its era. The page edges are lavishly gilded, catching the light with a warm luster that speaks to the care and reverence with which this volume was produced. Inside, the text is complemented by detailed steel plate engravings and finely rendered maps, each one enhancing the reader’s engagement with the biblical narrative and its historical context.
This work presents a structured and thoughtful analysis of the entire Bible, organizing its teachings, themes, and passages into an accessible format intended to guide both clergy and lay readers through the spiritual and intellectual riches of Scripture.
Whether as a collector’s treasure, a family heirloom, or a tool for biblical study, this volume offers profound insight wrapped in timeless beauty—an enduring artifact of faith, art, and history.
Title: Hitchcock’s New and Complete Analysis of the Holy Bible
Author: Roswell D. Hitchcock, D.D.
Publisher: A.J. Johnson & Son, New York
Date: 1875
Binding: Full leather with gilt tooling; gilded page edges
Illustrations: Steel plate engravings and detailed maps
Condition: Excellent antique condition with wear to the cover and page edges, consistent with age
