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Sparrow, Anthony (1612-1685) A Rationale Book upon the Book of Common-Prayer of the Church of England. London: Pawlet, 1672. Third edition, 12mo, two engraved plates before title (frontis and engraved title),full-page engraved portraits of Hooker, Lancelot Andrews, and John Overall, engraved title for the section by Andrews, The Forme of Consecration of a Church or Chappel, contemporary speckled calf, gilt spine, worn, 6 x 3 3/4 in.
Estimate $100-150
A4, B-T12.
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John Overall, Lancelot Andrews, LondonJohn Dorfman
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