Description - The Clerk's Book Of 1549 (1903) by J Wickham Legg
The Clerk's Book of 1549 is a historical book written by J. Wickham Legg and published in 1903. The book is a detailed description of the liturgical practices of the Church of England during the 16th century, specifically during the reign of King Edward VI. The book is based on a manuscript that was discovered in the archives of Westminster Abbey, which was written by an anonymous clerk who was responsible for recording the daily liturgical practices of the Abbey. The Clerk's Book of 1549 provides a rare glimpse into the religious practices of the time and is an important resource for scholars of the Reformation and the history of the Church of England. The book includes detailed descriptions of the daily services, including the Mass, Matins, Vespers, and Compline. It also includes information on the various liturgical vestments and objects used during the services, such as chalices, altar cloths, and candles. In addition to the descriptions of the liturgical practices, the book also includes historical context and commentary by Legg, who was a renowned liturgical scholar. The book is written in a scholarly and detailed style, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the Church of England or the Reformation.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.
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