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The History of the Roman Breviary (1898) is a book written by Pierre Batiffol, a French theologian and historian. The book provides a comprehensive account of the development and evolution of the Roman Breviary, which is the liturgical book used by the Roman Catholic Church for the celebration of the Divine Office. Batiffol traces the history of the Roman Breviary from its origins in the early Christian Church to its current form in the late 19th century. He examines the various changes and revisions that have been made to the Breviary over the centuries, including the influence of different liturgical traditions and the impact of historical events such as the Council of Trent.The book also explores the theological and spiritual significance of the Roman Breviary, and how it has been used by the Church to deepen the faith and devotion of its members. Batiffol provides numerous examples of how the Breviary has been used by saints and other religious figures throughout history, and how it continues to inspire and guide the faithful today.Overall, The History of the Roman Breviary is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church, liturgy, and spirituality. It provides a detailed and insightful account of one of the Church's most important liturgical books, and demonstrates how it has played a vital role in the life of the Church throughout the centuries.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.