The Book Of Common Prayer - Folio Society 2007, SLIPCASE 5th Print
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| Reference Number: Avaluer:4552417 | Country/Region of Manufacture: United States |
| Modified Item: No | Language: English |
Book in pristine condition. Minor shelf wear to the slipcase. Please see photos as part of description.
List price: $155
A magnificent facsimile edition of a religious and literary classic. Next to the authorized version of the King James Bible and the plays of William Shakespeare, it is among the most widely read and influential of English literary works.
The Book of Common Prayer is part of the fabric of the English language. When Thomas Cranmer was appointed Archb...ishop of Canterbury in 1533, his chief responsibility was to secure for Henry VIII a divorce from Catherine of Aragon. But he was also determined to give substance to the newly established Church of England by changing its language of worship from Latin to the vernacular. The first authorised English version of the Bible appeared in 1539; 10 years later, under Edward VI, Cranmer compiled and published a complete Anglican liturgy, detailing prayers, scripture readings, psalms and the order of service for the ceremonies that marked the Christian year and the passage of human life. The Book of Common Prayer is a testament to Cranmer’s genius as a translator and writer of formal religious prose, and its phrasing and cadences have echoed around the churches of England and the Commonwealth for more than 450 years. The collection alone would be enough to secure its place among the great books of the world. Next to the Authorised Version of the King James Bible and the plays of William Shakespeare, it is among the most widely read and influential of English literary works.
Quarter-bound in goatskin leather Blocked with matt gold foil on spine and sides Binding design by Chris Waddon Paper sides hand marbled by Jemma Lewis Printed on Cordier Wove paper and set in Caslon Frontispiece and each page illustrated with borders and woodcuts by Dürer, Holbein and others 728 pages Ribbon marker Blocked slipcase 9½˝ x 6¾˝---We offer combined shipping on multiple book orders. To receive this offer, add books to your cart and click "request total". We will send you a discounted invoice with the exact shipping total. Please message us if you have any difficulties. We ship all orders with tracking, and use media mail to keep the prices we can offer as low as possible. If you would like your purchase shipped using a different method please message us for a quote and we will be happy to facilitate your request.
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List price: $155
A magnificent facsimile edition of a religious and literary classic. Next to the authorized version of the King James Bible and the plays of William Shakespeare, it is among the most widely read and influential of English literary works.
The Book of Common Prayer is part of the fabric of the English language. When Thomas Cranmer was appointed Archb...ishop of Canterbury in 1533, his chief responsibility was to secure for Henry VIII a divorce from Catherine of Aragon. But he was also determined to give substance to the newly established Church of England by changing its language of worship from Latin to the vernacular. The first authorised English version of the Bible appeared in 1539; 10 years later, under Edward VI, Cranmer compiled and published a complete Anglican liturgy, detailing prayers, scripture readings, psalms and the order of service for the ceremonies that marked the Christian year and the passage of human life. The Book of Common Prayer is a testament to Cranmer’s genius as a translator and writer of formal religious prose, and its phrasing and cadences have echoed around the churches of England and the Commonwealth for more than 450 years. The collection alone would be enough to secure its place among the great books of the world. Next to the Authorised Version of the King James Bible and the plays of William Shakespeare, it is among the most widely read and influential of English literary works.
Quarter-bound in goatskin leather Blocked with matt gold foil on spine and sides Binding design by Chris Waddon Paper sides hand marbled by Jemma Lewis Printed on Cordier Wove paper and set in Caslon Frontispiece and each page illustrated with borders and woodcuts by Dürer, Holbein and others 728 pages Ribbon marker Blocked slipcase 9½˝ x 6¾˝---We offer combined shipping on multiple book orders. To receive this offer, add books to your cart and click "request total". We will send you a discounted invoice with the exact shipping total. Please message us if you have any difficulties. We ship all orders with tracking, and use media mail to keep the prices we can offer as low as possible. If you would like your purchase shipped using a different method please message us for a quote and we will be happy to facilitate your request.
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