Publisher's Synopsis
""Our Grand Old Bible"" is a historical account of the Authorized Version of the English Bible, also known as the King James Version, written by William Muir. The book was published in 1911 to commemorate the 300th anniversary of the Bible's publication. Muir tells the story of how the Bible was translated and authorized, detailing the political and religious climate of the time. He also discusses the impact of the Bible on English literature and culture, and its lasting influence on Christianity. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and lay readers interested in the history of the Bible. Overall, ""Our Grand Old Bible"" is a comprehensive and informative account of one of the most important books in English history.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.
