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The Existing Monopoly, an Inadequate Protection of the Authorised Version of the Scripture: Four Letters to the Right Hon. And Right Rev. The Lord ... Departures From the Authorised Standard, to W - Softcover

Thomas Curtis

 
9780282616755: The Existing Monopoly, an Inadequate Protection of the Authorised Version of the Scripture: Four Letters to the Right Hon. And Right Rev. The Lord ... Departures From the Authorised Standard, to W

Synopsis

This book takes readers on a fascinating journey through the history of the English Bible. Exploring a crucial period in the 18th and 19th centuries, the author meticulously documents the controversy surrounding the accuracy of the authorized version of the Bible and its subsequent reprints. The author delves into the complex world of printing monopolies, the role of the Universities in preserving the sacred text, and the debates over critical alterations and typographical errors. The book provides a unique perspective on the interplay between religious authority, scholarly interpretation, and the power of the printing press. The author, through a series of letters and personal interactions with key figures of the time, reveals the surprising and often neglected story of the struggles to ensure that the text of the English Bible was faithfully preserved and distributed to the public. Through a deep exploration of the often overlooked historical details of this debate, the book sheds light on the enduring significance of the English Bible and the challenges of safeguarding its integrity for generations to come.

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