The Two Books Of Common Prayer: Set Forth By Authority Of Parliament In The Reign Of King Edward The Sixth

by Edward Cardwell

Book Overview

""The Two Books of Common Prayer: Set Forth by Authority of Parliament in the Reign of King Edward the Sixth"" is a historical book by Edward Cardwell that provides a detailed description of the two versions of the Book of Common Prayer that were authorized by the English Parliament during the reign of King Edward VI. The book includes the full texts of both versions of the Book of Common Prayer along with an analysis of their differences and the reasons behind them. It also provides historical context for the creation and use of the Book of Common Prayer, including the political and religious factors that influenced its development. This book is a valuable resource for scholars of English history, religious studies, and liturgy, as well as anyone interested in the history of the Church of England and the Anglican Communion.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: 1430464658
• ISBN13: 9781430464655
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 476 Pages
• Weight: 1.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"