Vintage Vesperal Missal for the Diocese of Bayeux and Lisieux - 2Y193 Vintage Vesperal Missal | Diocese of Bayeux-Lisieux | Early 20th Century Pilgrimage Edition A Sacred Artifact from Normandy's Spiritual Heartland This rare vesperal missal, printed for exclusive use in the Diocese of Bayeux-Lisieux, represents a tangible connection to France's rich Catholic heritage. The volume includes special liturgical instructions for pilgrimages to the Shrine of St. Therese in Lisieux - one of Catholicism's most visited pilgrimage sites since her 1925 canonization. Its well-worn pages whisper stories of countless faithful who once held this very book during vespers in Normandy's Gothic cathedrals. Time-Honored Character with Scholarly Value Presenting with the dignified patina of a century of devotional use:? Cover: Original brown cloth binding with gilt-lettered spine, showing expected corner wear and slight fraying along edges? Pages: Aged ivory paper with occasional foxing and devotional stains ? Content: Complete psalter with diocesan-specific rubrics in French? Notable Features: Hand-inscribed ex libris plate from a Lisieux convent (partially legible) Key Information Title: Vesperal et Office Divin (Diocese de Bayeux-Lisieux)Era: Early 20th century (pre-Vatican II)Language: Liturgical FrenchBinding: Hardcover with gilt detailingSpecial Contents: Pilgrimage rites to St. Therese's BasilicaDimensions: 16.2 9.2 2.6 cm (6.4" 3.6" 1")Weight: 325 g (0.72 lbs) Why Collectors Cherish This Artifact Historical Significance: Printed during the peak of Lisieux's pilgrimage popularity between the World Wars Provenance: Bears traces of institutional use by Norman clergy or religious orders Liturgical Rarity: Contains since-reformed pre-Conciliar rites specific to this diocese Cultural Connection: Represents the spiritual legacy of St. Therese's "Little Way" (description exceeds maximum possible length)