The book "Music in the history of the Western Church with an introduction on religious music among primitive and ancient peoples" by Edward Dickinson is a study of the role of music in the development of Christianity. The author examines in detail the influence of musical art on the rites of church life, religious practices and the cultural context of the Western Church. The book reveals the historical aspects of the formation of Christian music, its evolution and influence on the spiritual life of people. This work is an important source for understanding the musical culture of the church environment and reflects the importance of music in religious practices of different eras.