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HENRY VIII, King of England (1491-1547). Assertio septem sacramentorum adversus Martin Lutherum. [Mainz: Johann Schöffer, 1522]. 8° (149 x 100mm). Title within woodcut border, initial (a few small holes in title repaired, light stain in final 2 leaves). 20th-century half calf, spine gilt (lightly rubbed and bumped). Provenance: a few early annotations on title. VD-16 H-2166.
Rare edition of Henry's defence of the seven sacraments against the teachings of Martin Luther. Its publication resulted in Henry and his successors being named Defender of the Faith by the Pope.
Rare edition of Henry's defence of the seven sacraments against the teachings of Martin Luther. Its publication resulted in Henry and his successors being named Defender of the Faith by the Pope.
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