Vintage 1902 Leatherbound Primitive Methodist Hymnal with Accompanying Tunes
$50.00
The Primitive Methodist Hymnal with Accompanying Tunes, edited by George Booth, with harmonies revised by Henry Coward.
An attractive and historically significant early 20th century Primitive Methodist hymnal bound in black leather with gilt titling and decorative tooling. This edition was published as part of the centenary celebrations of the Primitive Methodist Church, commemorating the years 1807–1907.
Containing over one thousand hymns together with musical notation and accompanying tunes, this substantial devotional and liturgical volume reflects the rich musical tradition of English Methodism and Nonconformist worship. The hymnal includes sections devoted to Christian worship, prayer, missions, sacraments, the Christian year, family devotions, and spiritual instruction.
The decorative commemorative presentation page adds considerable charm and collectability, featuring ornate colour printing and imagery connected to the Primitive Methodist movement.
Notable names associated with this edition: George Booth, Henry Coward, Primitive Methodist Church, Methodist hymnology, English hymn traditions.
Condition: Good antique condition overall for age. Leather binding remains attractive with rubbing and wear to spine ends and edges. Pages are generally clean with some age toning and light foxing. Binding remains solid and complete.
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Type: NON FICTION
Category: ANTIQUE BOOKS, BOOKS, CHRISTIAN WORSHIP, CHRISTIANITY, CHURCH MUSIC, COLLECTIBLE BOOKS, DEVOTIONAL, ENGLISH HYMNAL, GEORGE BOOTH, HENRY COWARD, HYMNAL, HYMNS, LEATHER BOUND, METHODISM, NON FICTION, PRIMITIVE METHODIST, RELIGION, RELIGIOUS MUSIC, SPIRITUALITY, THEOLOGY
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