Description
A beautifully produced 1992 First American Edition, first printing of The Book of Common Prayer, published by Henry Holt and Company, New York. This handsome edition combines the traditional Church of England prayer book with an exceptional selection of medieval religious artwork, making it equally appealing as a devotional volume, illustrated book, or collectible edition.
The first-edition status is explicitly stated on the copyright page as “First American Edition – 1992,” while the complete printer’s number line beginning with 1 confirms this copy as a first printing.
Especially notable is the extensive use of medieval manuscript art. The publisher describes this edition as containing 185 color medieval illuminations gathered from museums and libraries throughout the world, presented throughout the text alongside the prayers and liturgy. It was produced with a sewn full-cloth binding, colored endpapers, and ribbon marker.
Highlights include:
* First American Edition, 1992
* First printing, confirmed by the number line containing “1”
* Published by Henry Holt and Company, New York
* Classic Church of England Book of Common Prayer
* 185 color medieval illuminations
* Attractive black cloth hardcover with gilt lettering
* Elaborate illuminated manuscript-style artwork on the front cover
* Illustrated throughout with religious artwork inspired by medieval manuscripts
* Approximately 367 pages
* ISBN 0-8050-2284-8
* Printed by Tien Wah Press, Singapore
* An appealing combination of religious history, traditional liturgy, fine book design, and medieval art
This is a particularly attractive edition of one of the most enduring works of Anglican worship, and the first American edition/first printing identification adds collector interest beyond that of an ordinary modern prayer book.
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