Sefer HaChaim, ethics, homilies and upright practices, by R. Chaim son of Betzalel of Friedberg, brother of the Maharal of Prague. Cracow: Isaac son of Aaron of Prostitz, [1593]. First edition.

The foreword of the publisher, R. Yitzchak HaKohen Katz, son-in-law of the Maharal of Prague, appears on pp. 2b-3a.
Trimmed inscription at the top of the title page. Deleted signature on title page. Trimmed inscription on verso of title page. Additional signature (later): "Aharon Yisrael Bornsztain" (the youngest son of the Shem MiShmuel of Sochatchov). Stamps.

51, [1] leaves. Approx. 19 cm. Good-fair condition. Many stains, including large, dark dampstains, and traces of former dampness with light mold stains. Light wear and small tears to margins of some leaves. Worming, affecting text, partially repaired with paper. Small open tear to one leaf, affecting text. Two loose leaves. New leather binding.

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