Magen Avraham, Parts 1-2, Chassidic homilies on the Torah by the Magid of Trisk, Rebbe Avraham ben Rabbi Mordechai of Chernobyl. Lublin [1887]. First edition, printed in the author's lifetime (1806-1889). Printed on Page [3] is a lithographic copy of the author's signature.
The Segula of owning this book is well-known, as the author wrote in his introduction to Part One that by force of the blessing of Avraham Avinu, "I bless whoever owns the book, that abundant kindness will be bestowed upon him… to fulfill all his wishes, children and grandchildren…"
[3], 3-47, 1-36 leaves; [1], 2- 113 leaves. 22.5 cm. Brittle paper. Good condition. Contemporary decorated leather binding, worn, fabric glued to spine.
Variant; "Omission to Parshat VaYichi" is printed on Leaf 113/2. Various copies exist with an additional Leaf 114/1 with variations of content and style of printing.