""A Short History of the Book of Common Prayer"" is a book written by William Reed Huntington and published in 1893. The book provides a concise overview of the history of the Book of Common Prayer, a liturgical text used in the Anglican Communion. Huntington's work covers the evolution of the Book of Common Prayer from its origins in the English Reformation to its use in contemporary Anglican worship. The author also includes a selection of papers that illustrate the process of liturgical revision that took place between 1878 and 1892. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Anglican liturgy and the development of the Book of Common Prayer.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.