The Communicant - A Manual of Devotions for Holy Communion (with a signed Confirmation Certificate from Pastor PHILLIPS BROOKS of Trinity Church in Boston)

"THE COMMUNICANT - A Manual of Devotions for Holy Communion" by W.O. Purton. Circa 1880's (there is no date of publication stated); Thomas Whittaker; New York. Decorative end papers. The contents are as follows: The Institution of the Lord's Supper; Preparation; The Communion Service; Thanksgiving; Notes on Sacrifice. Smaller in size - the book measures 5 1/4" tall x 4" wide. Found within the book was an 1884 "Confirmation Certificate" filled-out and signed by PHILLIPS BROOKS, American Episcopal clergyman, author, and longtime Rector of Boston's Trinity Church. ("Trinity Church, Boston" is written in Brooks' handwriting on the Certificate.) Brooks also has the distinction of having written the lyrics to the famous Christmas hymn, "O Little Town of Bethlehem." Condition: Clean covers and spine. Sharp cover corners. Bright gilt lettering on the spine. There is a crack at the front hinge between the end paper and half title page resulting in the front cover being a bit shaky. The back cover is firmly attached. The pages are in nice condition - clean with no notable issues found. Old, decorative bookplate affixed to the front pastedown. Overall the book is in Good+ condition.…