[Geneva Bible] Robert Barker – The Bible [Herbert 330] - 1614

The Geneva Bible, published by Robert Barker in 1614, is an important early English translation that preceded the King James Version. Known for its extensive marginal notes and its role in the religious and political life of the 16th and 17th centuries, it was the Bible of choice for many English Protestants, including the Puritans. Printed by the royal printer Robert Barker, this edition is recognized for its typographical quality and for being among the early complete English Bibles authorized by the church and crown. The 1614 printing holds special historical interest as it represents a period of intense religious reform and conflict in England, with the Geneva Bible often contrasted against the King James Bible for its interpretive notes and influence on early English-speaking Protestant communities. Collectors of early English Bibles find this edition significant for its craftsmanship and role in religious history.