Lot #247: 1678 Book; Thysiasterion, vel Scintilla altaris : Primitive devotion in the feasts and fasts of the Church of England, by Edward Spark

Leather bound book with raised dentiles - 1678 Edward Sparke Scintilla Anglican BIBLE ART Illustrated Cromwell England Edward Sparke was a 17th-century English minister known for his many published sermons and devotionals, though, his most famous work was his 1652 treatise, Scintilla Altaris . This work was a collection of disquisitions (consisting of poems, meditations, and essays) on the feasts of the Anglican liturgical calendar. He also included numerous prayers and hymns for reach feast as well portraits depicting many of the honored saints. Interestingly, Sparke had himself a bit of fun titling this work scintilla is the Latin word for spark. An incredible 346 year old book you are sure to treasure.
Condition: See photos, loose spine, could be glued back covers intact still. wear typical of age.
Measurements: See quarter for scale reference