The Koran (Qur’an) in the esteemed translation by Arthur Jeffery, published as a resplendent Easton Press edition (1993), is a bibliophilic treasure that honors the sacred text of Islam with both scholarly rigor and artistic reverence. This luxurious volume features the elegant typography and ornamental designs of Valenti Angelo, whose gilded illuminations and delicate borders reflect the sublime beauty of Islamic calligraphic tradition while adapting it to a fine press Western aesthetic.
Bound in rich, full leather with 22-karat gold accents, silk moiré endpapers, and archival-quality paper, this edition presents Jeffery’s precise yet accessible English translation—a mid-20th-century work respected for its balance of readability and academic fidelity. Angelo’s artistry, from intricate chapter headings to subtle decorative motifs, complements the Qur’an’s poetic cadence without overshadowing its spiritual gravity.
A bridge between cultures and craftsmanship, this Easton Press edition is a dignified tribute to the Muslim holy book, ideal for collectors of sacred texts, interfaith dialogue, or the art of the book.
“Recite in the name of your Lord who created—” —Qur’an 96:
