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Vintage hardcover edition of The New Testament in Modern English, translated by J.B. Phillips.
Published by The Macmillan Company, New York, 1961 (Ninth Printing).Classic blue cloth binding with a maroon horizontal band and gold lettering on the front cover and spine (“THE NEW TESTAMENT in Modern English / PHILLIPS / ForewordFull New Testament text in Phillips’ clear, contemporary English styleMaps (“The World of the Young Church” and a detailed Mediterranean map with dates of key locations)Short index of names, places, and events
Presentation inscription on the front free endpaper (dated 1961). Some underlining and handwritten notes in blue ink appear in the text (examples visible in the photos of Romans and 2 Corinthians).Condition: Fair to Good (used reading copy).
Cover shows edge wear, fraying at the corners and spine ends, and some soiling/scuffing.Pages are yellowed/toned with age; binding remains intact.Maps and text are complete.Please review all photos carefully for exact condition — they form part of the description.
A solid mid-century example of one of the most popular and readable modern English New Testament translations of its era. Ideal for collectors of vintage Bible translations, Phillips’ works, or as a study/reading copy.Ships carefully packaged via USPS Media Mail. Happy to answer any questions!
