How can the clergy of the Church of England restore dignity, historical accuracy, and aesthetic coherence to the performance of the liturgy? Percy Dearmer, an influential Anglican priest and liturgist, argues that the chaotic and often unrubrical practices of the late 19th century should be replaced by a return to the traditional ceremonial standards of the English Church. This revised edition by Cyril E. Pocknee updates Dearmer’s original 1899 framework to reflect subsequent liturgical developments while maintaining the author’s commitment to the 'English Use' as a standard for worship.

Experts recognize this work as a foundational text for understanding the aesthetic and ceremonial revival within the Church of England. Readers frequently note the high level of technical detail regarding ecclesiastical rubrics, making it a primary reference for those interested in traditional Anglican liturgical practice.