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The Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols

Edited by W P Edwards
Universe ISBN 0-7893-1201-8
$27.50

King’s College, Cambridge’s, Nine Lessons and Carols are universally familiar so it no wonder to find this new book - with its accompanying CD - aimed at the coffee-table market. However, there is much to enjoy here in addition to the lavish illustrations and full text of the service. A large collection of carols is included with detailed notes on their background and history. Many people listen as a matter of tradition and this book will enable them to feel even closer to events. The price is given in dollars which implies a USA market but the book should be easily available in the UK.

BH