""The Communion of the Laity: An Essay, Chiefly Historical"" is a book written by William Edward Scudamore in 1855. The book examines the history of the Eucharist, also known as Communion, and its relationship with the laity, or ordinary members of the church. Scudamore delves into the role of the laity in the celebration of the Eucharist, tracing its development from the early Christian church to the present day. He also explores the controversies...