{"product_id":"vintage-1940s-common-prayer-hymns-a-m-book-wartime-1944-inscription-rare-b29","title":"Vintage 1940s Common Prayer Hymns A\u0026M Book Wartime 1944 Inscription Rare B29","description":"\u003ch1\u003e📖 Vintage 1940s Common Prayer Hymns A\u0026amp;M Book Wartime 1944 Inscription Rare \u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch2\u003e📚 Product Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Title:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Book of Common Prayer \u0026amp; Hymns A\u0026amp;M – Common Prayer Hymns A\u0026amp;M\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher \/ Printer:\u003c\/strong\u003e William Clowes \u0026amp; Sons, Limited, London \/ Cambridge University Press printing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTradition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Church of England\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate \/ Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage wartime-era book, approximately 1940s\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersonal Inscription:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handwritten dedication dated \u003cstrong\u003e24 August 1944\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact Pocket Prayer \u0026amp; Hymn Book\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 13cm × 8.5cm × 2cm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 133g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 245\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original black textured book binding\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Book of Common Prayer, Psalter, Calendar with Table of Lessons, Morning \u0026amp; Evening Prayer, Hymns and Church services\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBookmarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes \u003cstrong\u003etwo vintage bookmarks\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding to the personal history of the book\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Ref:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage Collector Item\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage – very good overall condition for age, with age\/storage marks\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e📖 Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fascinating \u003cstrong\u003evintage wartime-era Book of Common Prayer \u0026amp; Hymns A\u0026amp;M\u003c\/strong\u003e, produced in the traditional compact format associated with personal church use and portable prayer books.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is far more than simply an old religious book. The copy contains a \u003cstrong\u003ehandwritten personal dedication dated 24 August 1944\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an especially interesting piece of wartime social history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe inscription reads:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Shirley, love from Auntie ... and Uncle Harry, Aug. 24. 44.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book also contains a second personal bookmark with the handwritten words:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“With love from Shelagh.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese personal inscriptions and original bookmarks give this particular copy a strong sense of \u003cstrong\u003eindividual ownership and family history\u003c\/strong\u003e, something that cannot be reproduced in a modern reprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book contains the \u003cstrong\u003eBook of Common Prayer\u003c\/strong\u003e, Psalter and church services together with the \u003cstrong\u003eHymns A\u0026amp;M\u003c\/strong\u003e section, including prayers, lessons, Psalms, seasonal readings and other traditional Church of England material.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe compact dimensions of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e13cm × 8.5cm × 2cm\u003c\/strong\u003e make it a particularly interesting example of a portable devotional book suitable for carrying in a pocket, bag or military kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e📜 Historical \u0026amp; Personal Interest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e24 August 1944 handwritten dedication\u003c\/strong\u003e places the personal history of this particular copy firmly within the final year of the Second World War.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to the history supplied with this item, the book is believed to have belonged to a \u003cstrong\u003eformer British soldier\u003c\/strong\u003e. While we cannot independently authenticate its military ownership, the compact wartime format, personal inscription and period markings make it an intriguing item for collectors interested in:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• WWII-era personal belongings\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• British military history\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Church of England history\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Vintage religious books\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Family-history objects\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Wartime memorabilia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Historical ephemera\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e📖 What the Book Contains\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe photographs show a substantial collection of traditional Church of England material including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• The Book of Common Prayer\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Morning Prayer\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Evening Prayer\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Psalter \/ Psalms of David\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Calendar with Table of Lessons\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Proper Lessons and Psalms\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Holy Communion\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Baptism services\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Confirmation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Marriage service\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Visitation of the Sick\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Burial of the Dead\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Prayers and Thanksgivings\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Collects, Epistles and Gospels\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• The Catechism\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Church services and rites\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Hymns A\u0026amp;M \/ Hymns Ancient \u0026amp; Modern\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e⭐ Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Genuine \u003cstrong\u003evintage wartime-era religious book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Personal handwritten inscription dated \u003cstrong\u003e24 August 1944\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Two vintage bookmarks included\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Traditional \u003cstrong\u003eBook of Common Prayer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eHymns A\u0026amp;M \/ Hymns Ancient \u0026amp; Modern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Psalter and Psalms of David\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Calendar and Table of Lessons\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Compact pocket-size format\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Interesting piece of British social and religious history\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Excellent collector's item\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Particularly interesting for WWII and wartime memorabilia collectors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Original vintage binding\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Much more character than a modern reproduction\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e🎯 Ideal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Vintage book collectors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• WWII memorabilia collectors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• British military-history enthusiasts\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Church of England collectors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Religious book collectors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Historical ephemera collectors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Family-history researchers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Genealogy enthusiasts\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Vintage library collections\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Antique and vintage book displays\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Film and theatre period props\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Collectors of wartime personal belongings\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Unique historical gifts\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a modern reproduction?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a \u003cstrong\u003egenuine vintage book from the wartime-era period\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it dated 1944?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book contains a \u003cstrong\u003ehandwritten personal dedication dated 24 August 1944\u003c\/strong\u003e. The inscription provides the strongest evidence of its wartime personal history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the book belong to a British soldier?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to the history supplied with the item, it is believed to have belonged to a \u003cstrong\u003eformer British soldier\u003c\/strong\u003e. However, there is no separate military service document included with the book, so this provenance should be regarded as historical information rather than independently certified military provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes this copy special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe combination of its wartime age, personal 1944 dedication, two bookmarks and original vintage condition gives this particular copy a unique character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is A\u0026amp;M?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA\u0026amp;M refers to \u003cstrong\u003eHymns Ancient \u0026amp; Modern\u003c\/strong\u003e, a long-established hymn collection associated with Anglican and Church of England worship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this only a Bible?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It is a \u003cstrong\u003eBook of Common Prayer and Hymns A\u0026amp;M\u003c\/strong\u003e containing prayers, Psalms, church services, lessons and hymns.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the handwritten notes original?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The handwritten inscriptions shown in the photographs are part of this individual copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the two bookmarks included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The two bookmarks shown in the photographs are included with the book.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this suitable for daily use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt can be read and used, but given its age and collector interest, we recommend treating it primarily as a \u003cstrong\u003evintage historical and collector's item\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e💙 Why Buy From Us?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e• UK-based specialist seller\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Authentic vintage item\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Detailed photographs of the actual book\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Personal inscriptions and markings fully disclosed\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Carefully inspected before dispatch\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Honest description of age and condition\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Secure packaging for vintage books\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Serving customers with specialist religious and cultural books for many years\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e🎁 Packaging\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book will be carefully wrapped and protected before dispatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause this is an approximately \u003cstrong\u003e80-year-old vintage book\u003c\/strong\u003e, suitable packaging will be used to help protect the original binding, pages, bookmarks and handwritten material during transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e💷 Recommended RRP: \u003cstrong\u003e£99.99\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch2\u003e⚠️ Important Vintage Book Disclaimer\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003egenuine vintage book and is not new\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDue to its age, the book shows characteristics of an older publication including \u003cstrong\u003eyellowing\/ageing of paper, minor staining, dust marks, edge wear, rubbing and other signs of age and storage\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe photographs show the actual condition of this copy and should be carefully reviewed before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe handwritten inscriptions, bookmarks and other historical markings are part of the individual history of this book and are not considered defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe binding remains presentable for its age, but buyers should remember that this is an approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1940s vintage book\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a newly manufactured item.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe statement that the book was previously owned by a British soldier is based on the history available to us and \u003cstrong\u003eis not accompanied by independent military provenance or service documentation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll dimensions and weight are approximate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clowes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48974819721355,"sku":"B29-1944BibleBook","price":80.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0316\/7197\/6075\/files\/6a8aacbf1011f86f15c5a314.png?v=1787474100","url":"https:\/\/www.onlinesikhstore.com\/pa\/products\/vintage-1940s-common-prayer-hymns-a-m-book-wartime-1944-inscription-rare-b29","provider":"www.OnlineSikhStore.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}