Publisher's Synopsis
The First and Second Prayer Books of King Edward the Sixth is a historical and religious book written by Edgar C. S. Gloucester. The book, published in 1920, provides a comprehensive description and analysis of the first two prayer books of King Edward VI, who was the king of England and Ireland from 1547 until his death in 1553. The book contains the original texts of the prayer books, along with detailed explanations of their historical and religious significance. Gloucester provides an in-depth analysis of the changes made to the prayer books during the reign of King Edward VI, and the impact these changes had on the Church of England and the English Reformation. The book also includes a discussion of the political and religious context of the time, including the role of King Edward VI, his advisors, and the wider Protestant movement in England. Gloucester's work is considered an important contribution to the study of the English Reformation and the development of the Church of England. Overall, The First and Second Prayer Books of King Edward the Sixth is a valuable resource for scholars, historians, and anyone interested in the history of Christianity and the Church of England.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.
