The Apocrypha refers to a set of ancient biblical writings that were included in the Septuagint (Greek Old Testament) but were later excluded from the Hebrew Bible and, in many Protestant traditions, from the canonical scriptures. This 1929 edition compiles these writings, which include books like Tobit, Judith, Wisdom, and Maccabees, among others. These texts are considered canonical in the Catholic and Eastern Orthodox traditions but are viewed as non-canonical by most Protestant denominations. The 1929 edition offers English translations of these texts for study, along with introductions and commentary to help readers understand their historical and theological significance. The leather-bound edition adds to its reverence, making it a key resource for those interested in the history of the Bible and the broader development of Christian and Jewish scriptural traditions.