Artefact Edition
Artefact Edition
OUT OF PRINT
Own a piece of eldritch history with this rare, limited edition of John Dee’s 1596 Necronomicon, an imagined English translation of the legendary Kitab Al-Azif, crafted with care to resemble a genuine 16th-century grimoire.
Limited Edition Artifact
This edition was produced exclusively for our 2024 Kickstarter campaign and is limited to 1,000 individually numbered copies. No reprints will be made. Whether you are a collector, Keeper, or enthusiast of arcane literature, this is a singular opportunity to acquire a serious and finely made artifact rooted in both historical tradition and cosmic horror.
Authentic Eldritch Content
Written in Early Modern English, this imagined translation by Dr. John Dee transports readers into a world of forbidden knowledge and metaphysical dread. The text is accompanied by intricate woodcut-style illustrations throughout, drawing upon Renaissance design and Lovecraftian themes. Every page is designed to feel like a relic, not merely read, but studied.
Historical Craftsmanship & Lasting Quality
- 564 pages printed on premium, off-white paper with genuine deckled edges
- Bound in high-quality black PU leather, with raised spine bands and a debossed front cover
- Substantial format: Over 8.5 x 11 inches, with durable Smyth-sewn binding
- Styled to reflect authentic 16th-century European bookbinding
Custom Slipcase Protection
Each book is housed in a black cloth slipcase featuring elegant gold foil detailing, offering both protection and display value.
Individually Numbered Copies
Each volume is marked with a unique sequential number on the colophon, confirming its place in the edition. No two are alike. No more will be made.
Note: AI tools were used to support the translation into Early Modern English and to generate elements for some of the 16th-century woodcut-style illustrations. All AI-generated content was extensively reviewed and edited by hand. No AI elements were used without significant human refinement.
