Publisher's Synopsis
On The Abbey Of S. Edmund At Bury: The Library, The Church (1895) is a historical book written by Montague Rhodes James. The book provides a detailed account of the Abbey of Saint Edmund in Bury, England, focusing on its library and church. The author explores the history of the abbey, including its founding, architecture, and notable figures associated with it. The book also delves into the library of the abbey, which was known for its extensive collection of manuscripts and rare books. James provides a thorough analysis of the library's contents, including descriptions of individual manuscripts and their significance. Additionally, the book examines the church of the abbey, including its design, artwork, and religious significance. Overall, On The Abbey Of S. Edmund At Bury: The Library, The Church (1895) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medieval England, monasticism, or manuscript studies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
