Even though the literary genus of the code excludes to a great extent the presentation of the doctrinal foundation for various norms, the author has gone beyond the bare bones of the law to present the church's legislation as an integral part of her fleshed out body of living teaching. The book demonstrates a good blend of theology, law and pastoral practice. The volume contains extensive appendices replete with relevant documents of the Holy See, various forms for canonical procedures and other activities. The inclusion of the important, the latest and the not so easily available documents enhances the usefulness of the book. The book will be a good resource for all canonists and priests. Seminarians and their formators would immensely benefit from this very readable and helpful book.