A Dissertation Upon The Ancient Service Books Of The Church Of England (1882)

A Dissertation Upon The Ancient Service Books Of The Church Of England is a scholarly work by William Maskell, first published in 1882. The book delves into the history of the liturgical texts and practices of the Church of England, with a particular focus on the ancient service books. Maskell provides a detailed analysis of the various books used in the Church of England, including the Sarum Missal, the York Missal, and the Hereford Missal, among others. He examines the origins of these texts, their development over time, and their significance in the history of the Church of England. The book also includes translations of several important liturgical texts, as well as a discussion of the controversies surrounding the use of these ancient service books in the Church of England. This work is a valuable resource for scholars and historians interested in the history of the Church of England and the development of its liturgical practices.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.