Here is a detailed description of the book, its condition, and its rarity:
1. Book Description and Details
Book Title: Diwan Hammam.
Poet Author: Mohamed Mostafa Hammam (an Egyptian poet and writer who lived for a period in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait).
Publisher: Tihama Publications (Tihama for Publishing and Distribution Company - Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia).
Edition Details Stated: First Edition, 1404 AH - 1984 AD.
Historical Note: Although the cover mentions the first edition from 1984 AD, it likely refers to the first edition by Tihama; the diwan was first compiled and printed in Egypt in 1974 AD. Tihama then recompiled, expanded, and revised it in this distinctive edition in 1984 AD.
2. Current Book Condition:
The book has a standard paperback cover, and its overall condition is considered very good to acceptable considering it has been over 40 years since its printing:
Front Cover: The colors and graphics (poet's picture and background of birds and sunset) are perfectly clear, and the lines are prominent and intact.
Edges and Corners: Some signs of natural aging are visible (slight wear and minor creases at the corners, especially the top left and bottom corners).
General Cleanliness: There are no major tears or distortions that mar the book's cover, making it an excellent copy for collection or reading.
3. Is the Book Rare?
Yes, this book is currently considered rare and scarce in the market.
Few Editions: The diwan of the poet Mohamed Mostafa Hammam has been printed very few times throughout history, no more than a handful, making it difficult to obtain any edition.
Value of Tihama Publications: Old publications from Tihama Company (especially from the eighties and seventies) are highly sought-after collectibles among book and rare item enthusiasts in the Kingdom, the Gulf, and the Arab world, due to their elegant presentation and discerning selection of literary content.
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