A Century Of Bibles: Or The Authorized Version From 1611 To 1711 (1872)

""A Century Of Bibles: Or The Authorized Version From 1611 To 1711"" is a historical book written by William John Loftie and published in 1872. The book explores the history of the Authorized Version of the Bible, also known as the King James Version, from its initial publication in 1611 to its 100th anniversary in 1711. Loftie examines the cultural and political factors that contributed to the creation of the Authorized Version, as well as the controversies and debates that surrounded its publication. He also discusses the impact that the Bible had on English literature and language during this period.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the Authorized Version's history. Loftie includes numerous quotes and excerpts from the Bible, as well as from contemporary writers and scholars, to illustrate his points and provide context for the reader.Overall, ""A Century Of Bibles: Or The Authorized Version From 1611 To 1711"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the English language, the Bible, or the cultural and political climate of early modern England.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.