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The New Testament of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ / newly translated out of the original Greek; and with the former translations diligently compared and revised. ; Appointed to be read in churches.

Format Book and Microform
Publication InfoPhiladelphia : Printed and sold by R. Aitken. Printer & bookseller, Front Street, 1777. Spectamur agendo.
Description353 pages, 1 unnumbered page.
Uniform titleBible. New Testament. English. Authorized. 1777.
Series Early American imprints. First series ; no. 15243
Early American imprints. First series ; no. 15243. ^A478749
General noteThe first edition of the New Testament printed in the English language in America.
General noteImprint and motto within decorative ornament.
General noteSignatures: [A]⁶ B-2F⁶ 2G⁴(-2G4).
General notePrinted in two columns.
General noteEvans notes that paper of two qualities was used in printing the edition.
General note"Books printed and sold at R. Aitken's printing-office, opposite the London Coffee-House, Front-Street ..."--p. [354].
References Evans 15243
References Hills, M.T. Engl. Bible in Amer. 1
Reproduction noteJoyner- Microfiche. [New York : Readex Microprint, 1985] 11 x 15 cm. (Early American imprints. First series ; no. 15243).
Genre/formBooksellers' advertisements Pennsylvania Philadelphia.

Available Items

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Joyner NC Microfiche MICROFICHE AM35E NO. 15243 ✔ Available