The 1979 Book of Common Prayer, Reader's Edition [Large Print] [Imitation Leather]

Book Description

Publication Date: October 21, 1999

The handsome Reader's Edition features a large, easy-to-read typeface that is perfect for use in public worship settings or for people with vision difficulties. Makes a great pew prayer book. Red imitation leather, gold cross, gold page edges, 3 ribbon markers, gift box.

Product Details

• Imitation Leather: 1008 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA (October 21, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0195287649
• ISBN-13: 978-0195287646
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.9 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (34 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,231,360 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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32 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Oxford Univ. Press ed - nice presentation, tiny print, January 9, 2001

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This review is from: The 1979 Book of Common Prayer, Personal Size Edition (Hardcover)

The Oxford University Press version is more of a gift or presentation object of this text than a study version. It has a substantial hard cover, gilt edges, and marker ribbon. It is very nicely made. My disappointment with this version includes the limitations of the paper stock (the book comes with instructions indicating that the paper is susceptible to bleed through from pens or other markers) and the small typeface in which the Historical Documents section and Lectionary are printed. This is unfortunately too unkind to my middle-aged eyes (even with bifocals). As much as I like the way this edition is made, I am going to return it for one that can be used for study.

20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Book of Common Prayer, May 4, 2000

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Kate (TULLAHOMA, Tunisia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The 1979 Book of Common Prayer, Personal Edition (Leather Bound)

This particular edition is an elegant book, a "must own" for anyone practicing or interested in the Episcopalian/Anglican church. Clear and lucid explanations of the rites, vestments, symbols and rituals as well as a complete compendium of all the elements of the service. As an ex-Catholic coming to the church in mid-life, I have found it an invaluable resource.

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Great Book-Bad print, November 22, 1999

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Stephen M Culley (Oklahoma) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The 1979 Book of Common Prayer, Personal Edition (Leather Bound)

I love the content and presentation. This book however will not be read by just the young.The print is smaller than most religious books I have seen and is very difficult to read for long. Beautiful cover and very regal looking --