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The Book Of Common Prayer, 1559: The Elizabethan Prayer Book,Used
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John E. Bootys edition of The Book of Common Prayer, 1559, first published by the University Press of Virginia for the Folger Shakespeare Library in 1976 and long out of print, is now being reissued in the same handsome format as the original edition. In her foreword to the 2005 reissue, Judith Maltby writes, 'It is difficult to overemphasize the importance of the 1559 Prayer Book.... Shakespeare was clearly shaped by a culture in which the vernacular was remarkably vigorous.'Bootys text derives from a rare copy of the Elizabethan Prayer Book printed by Richard Jugge and John Cawode in 1559, now part of the Josiah Benton Collection of the Boston Public Library. Booty modernized spelling and punctuation, but took care not to distort the style and cadence of the Elizabethan text. To place the Prayer Book in its original cultural setting, he wrote a lengthy critical essay that traces the books history and use during the sixteenth century. Helpful bibliographical notes enable readers to appreciate all the nuances of particular services and their contents. Particularly useful are the general index and the index of biblical passages, features unavailable in other editions of the Prayer Book.Through this magnificent document one begins to understand not only the Anglican church but also the Elizabethan culture in which Shakespeare lived, for this was one of the books that helped shape Renaissance England in all of its vitality and greatness. As Booty reminds the reader in his preface, each Sunday 'in the parish churches and in the cathedrals the nation was at prayer, the commonwealth was being realized, and God, in whose hands the destinies of all were lodged, was worshiped in spirit and in truth.'Published in association with the Folger Shakespeare Library
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the content of The Book of Common Prayer, 1559? A: The Book of Common Prayer, 1559 contains the liturgical texts used in the Anglican Church. John E. Booty's edition modernizes spelling and punctuation while preserving the original Elizabethan style, and includes a critical essay on the book's history and use during the sixteenth century.
- Q: Who is the author of this edition? A: The author of this edition is John E. Booty, who has contributed significant scholarly work to the understanding of the Elizabethan Prayer Book.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This reissued edition of The Book of Common Prayer was published on October 5, 2005.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The dimensions of The Book of Common Prayer, 1559 are in hardcover format, making it a substantial volume appropriate for both use and display.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains a total of 448 pages, providing an extensive look at the prayers and services of the Anglican tradition.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, this book is suitable for academic study as it includes a critical essay and bibliographical notes that provide context and historical insight into its contents.
- Q: What makes this edition different from others? A: This edition is unique due to its careful modernization of the text while maintaining the original Elizabethan style, as well as the inclusion of helpful indexes and a critical essay.
- Q: Is it a good gift for someone interested in Anglicanism? A: Yes, this book would make a thoughtful gift for anyone interested in Anglicanism or Elizabethan literature, as it offers both historical context and access to important liturgical texts.
- Q: Does this edition include any illustrations or images? A: This edition does not specifically mention any illustrations or images, focusing instead on the text and its historical significance.
- Q: Can this book be used in church services? A: Yes, The Book of Common Prayer, 1559 can be used in church services, as it contains the liturgical texts and prayers that are foundational to Anglican worship.