A remarkable and collectible lot of two large-format first edition photo books dedicated to Mount Athos, the spiritual heart of Orthodox Christianity. Published between 1996 and 2004, these volumes showcase the artistic and cultural depth of the Holy Mountain through the lenses of three noted Greek photographers — Spyros Meletzis, Nikitas Kotsiaris, and Kostas Koromilas. 1. Spyros Meletzis – Photographic Itinerary on Mount Athos 1950 Publisher: Agioritiki Photothiki, 1996 Edition: First Limited Edition (3,000 copies) Pages: 220 Dimensions: 28 cm × 24 cm Binding: Hardcover with dust jacket and slipcase Languages: Greek and English In 1950, the celebrated photographer Spyros Meletzis (1906–2003) visited Mount Athos, documenting its monastic life with extraordinary sensitivity. His portraits and scenes from daily life convey the serenity and devotion of the monks, preserving the spirit of Athonite monasticism. Meletzis, born in Imvros, is renowned for his photographic documentation of the Greek Resistance and rural Greece, combining social realism with artistic depth. A rare and valuable publication, highly sought after for its historical and artistic importance. Condition: Very good; light signs of age. Please refer to images. 2. Άγιον Όρος I / Holy Mountain I – Τοπίο της φύσης / Ο άνθρωπος στον χώρο του Authors: Nikitas Kotsiaris & Kostas Koromilas Publisher: Schediasmos, Athens, 2004 Edition: First Edition Pages: 62 Dimensions: 24 cm × 18 cm Binding: Hardcover Language: Greek This contemporary photo book presents two complementary perspectives of Mount Athos: • Nikitas Kotsiaris focuses on the “landscape of nature”, capturing the mystical light and terrain of the peninsula. • Kostas Koromilas explores “man within his sacred space”, depicting the monastic presence with quiet reverence. Condition: Very good vintage condition; see photos for details. Context: Mount Athos, in northeastern Greece, is among the most sacred sites of Eastern Orthodoxy. For over a millennium, it has been a center of spiritual devotion, art, and monastic life, preserving unique traditions of Byzantine heritage. Access remains restricted to men, maintaining centuries-old customs. Condition & Shipping Both volumes are authentic first editions in very good vintage condition. Securely packaged and shipped with tracking for safe delivery.