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""History of the Roman Breviary"" is a comprehensive book written by Pierre Batiffol in 1898. The book explores the origins and development of the Roman Breviary, which is a liturgical book used by the Catholic Church for the celebration of the Divine Office. Batiffol traces the history of the Breviary from its early origins in the fourth century to its evolution over the centuries. The book also delves into the various revisions and reforms that the Breviary underwent, including the Council of Trent's revision in the sixteenth century. The author provides a detailed analysis of the Breviary's structure, content, and liturgical significance. He also examines the influence of the Breviary on the development of Christian spirituality and the liturgical practices of the Catholic Church. This book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of liturgy, history, and theology, as well as for anyone interested in the rich history of the Catholic Church's liturgical traditions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.