A Century Of Bibles: Or The Authorized Version From 1611 To 1711 (1872)

by W.J. Loftie

Book Overview

""A Century of Bibles: Or The Authorized Version From 1611 to 1711"" is a book written by William John Loftie and originally published in 1872. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history and development of the Authorized Version of the Bible, also known as the King James Version, during the first century after its initial publication in 1611.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a specific period in the history of the Authorized Version. Loftie examines the various editions and revisions of the Bible that were published during this time, as well as the social and cultural context in which they were produced.Loftie's account is based on extensive research and includes detailed descriptions of the various editions of the Bible, as well as information about the printers, publishers, and translators involved in their production. He also provides insights into the political and religious controversies that surrounded the publication of the Bible during this period.Overall, ""A Century of Bibles"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Authorized Version of the Bible and its impact on English literature and culture. It provides a detailed and engaging account of the development of this important text during its first century of existence.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165271621
• ISBN13: 9781165271627
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 262 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"