The Two Books of Common Prayer, Set Forth By Authority of Parliament in the Reign of King Edward the Sixth (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Insightful edition of early English liturgy and documents from King Edward VI’s reign.

This carefully prepared volume reprints the 1549 Book of Common Prayer alongside key authorized documents, with notes on printing variants and edition history. It provides readers with the original texts and scholarly apparatus in a single, accessible edition.

Designed for students, clergy, and researchers, this edition presents the two primary liturgies and important documents from Edward VI’s era, followed by notes that explain differences across copies. The volume includes introductions and commentary to help readers understand the historical context and the manuscript lineage behind the printed forms.

• Reproduces the 1549 liturgies and related authorized texts
• Includes notes on variant printings and editorial remarks
• Provides scholarly apparatus and prefatory material that frames the texts
• Clear, reader-friendly layout suitable for study and reference

Ideal for readers of early English religious history, liturgy, and the Reformation period.

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