Book of Common Prayer

A fascinating and highly original exploration of Shakespeare's great overlooked source, the Book of Common Prayer

An account of the rise and demise of a world classic, which still informs our common language as well as much of the great literature of the last four centuries.

An anthology of passages from English literature referring to the "Book of Common Prayer", interspersed with essays discussing the history of the "Prayer Book" itself, the place of music in Anglican worship and the shape of Morning and Evening Prayer.

A Desk Edition of the Book of Common Prayer, with large bold type. Designed for people officiating at church services.