The Prymer, or Prayer-Book of the Lay People in the Middle Ages, in English Dating About 1400 A. D, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint): Collation of Mss;, With ... a Temporary Introduction &c (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Explore the medieval Prymer in English and Latin through careful manuscript comparison and historical context.

This scholarly edition outlines the Prymer as the lay people’s prayer-book in the Middle Ages, focusing on its English and Latin forms. It explains why the Prymer in English is seen as particularly representative, and how it compares with the Latin version in content, cost, and use. Readers will learn how scholars approach collation of manuscripts, track the book’s appearance across sizes and bindings, and examine the offices that make up the Prymer in English.

The volume gathers notes on the book’s history, its destruction during the Reformation, and the preservation challenges that affect which copies survive. It also includes a description of the typical contents and the structure of the Prymer, with examples drawn from manuscript evidence and reference to notable holdings.

• Clear explanation of why the Prymer in English stands out among medieval prayer books


• Guidance on manuscript collation and the logic of the book’s office sequence


• Details on appearance, binding, and variations across copies


• Context on the Prymer’s historical reception and survival

Ideal for readers of medieval liturgy, manuscript studies, and provenance-focused history.

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