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The Forms and Orders of Western Liturgy from the Tenth to the Eighteenth Century: A Historical Introduction and Guide for Studen,Used
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An introduction to the principal forms and orders of Western liturgy between about 900 and 1700, this book explains their nature and basic historical origin, and presents in detail the contents and orders of principal services as well as additional and special forms of worship. This book emphasizes the mainstream of Western liturgy derived from the medieval Roman Rite as found in secular and monastic churches. After the Reformation it concentrates on the rites of the Roman Catholic church and the Church of England. Harper discusses the nature of liturgy and provides an historical summary and individual chapters on medieval churches and their communities, the Christian calendar, medieval liturgical books, the Psalms, the Office, the Mass, Processions and Additional Observances, Holy Week and Easter, the Tridentine Rite, and the English Book of Common Prayer. Harper concludes with two chapters which raise the problems of establishing the order of a liturgical service, and introduces selected medieval sources accessible in facsimile or edition. A select, annotated bibliography and a glossary of ecclesiastical and liturgical terms are included.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Forms and Orders of Western Liturgy from the Tenth to the Eighteenth Century'? A: This book primarily focuses on the principal forms and orders of Western liturgy from about 900 to 1700, explaining their historical origins and the nature of liturgical practices.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of this book is John Harper.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 352 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition is a paperback.
- Q: When was this book published? A: This book was published on October 31, 1991.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students and musicians? A: Yes, the book is designed as a guide for both students and musicians, providing historical context and detailed information about liturgical practices.
- Q: Does the book include a glossary? A: Yes, the book includes a glossary of ecclesiastical and liturgical terms.
- Q: What additional resources does this book provide? A: It includes a select, annotated bibliography and discusses various liturgical topics like the Christian calendar, medieval liturgical books, and more.
- Q: Is there a specific focus on any particular church rites? A: Yes, the book emphasizes the rites of the Roman Catholic Church and the Church of England after the Reformation.