A Short History of the Roman Mass

A Short History of the Roman Mass offers a clear and authoritative overview of the development of the Church's central act of worship, tracing its evolution from the Last Supper to the Roman Rite as it exists today. This grounded account emphasizes continuity, showing that the Mass has been organically shaped rather than constructed, and highlights the contributions of significant figures like St. Gregory the Great and St. Pius V in preserving its essence. The book provides accessible insights on the formation of the Roman Mass, the emergence of Low Mass, and the relationship between the Roman Rite and other Western liturgical traditions, addressing contemporary confusion about liturgy.