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Synopsis
Explore England and Wales’ great sacred spaces and the craft behind their Gothic wonders.
This nonfiction survey examines how cathedrals grew from early Norman churches into the varied Gothic masterpieces that define Britain’s sacred landscapes. It connects architecture with history, culture, and the people who built, restored, and used these churches across centuries. The book highlights how style, materials, and climate shaped each region, and it explains how changes in ritual and liturgy influenced design choices.
Readers will move through a structured view of major cathedrals, from plan and exterior form to interior detail. Key sites are used to illustrate evolving techniques, from apsidal endings and elongated transepts to tower schemes and liturgical fittings. Along the way, the narrative touches on restoration efforts, important architectural decisions, and the way these spaces served communities over time. The text also situates English cathedral work in a broader European context, showing how England’s paths sometimes ran parallel with, then diverged from, French and German trends.What you’ll experience:
- Clear explanations of architectural terms and periods, with concrete examples from notable cathedrals.
- Insight into how chapels, screens, vaulting, and organ spaces contributed to the overall drama of a church.
- The story of restoration, reuse, and the evolving rules that guided church design and ornament.
- Vignettes about people, rituals, and moments that shaped these sacred places.
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Présentation de l'éditeur
At the outset of a lecture delivered nearly half a century ago at Chichester on The Causes of Sublimity and Beauty inC athedral A rchitecture, one of our most accomplished ecclesiologists the late Archdeacon Freeman observed :T he study of church architecture may be approached from so many sides, and possesses such varied sources of attraction, that we cannot wonder that persons of the greatest possible variety of tastes and temperaments should be found at the present day to take an interest in it. The wonder rather is, that any age should be found indifferent to a subject which appeals, in so many ways, alike to our highest faculties and aspirations, and to our most ordinary moods and everyday expressions of thought.
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About the Publisher
Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology.
Forgotten Books' Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the aged text. Read books online for free at www.forgottenbooks.org
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the history of England's majestic cathedrals, highlighting their crucial role in the shaping of the nation's artistic, religious, and architectural history. From their Anglo-Saxon origins to the glorious heights of the medieval era, these grand edifices embody the collective spirit and skill of generations past. The author meticulously delves into the evolution of cathedral architecture, showcasing the influence of Norman, Gothic, and Perpendicular styles. Each chapter focuses on a specific cathedral, providing an in-depth analysis of its unique features and historical significance. The book captures the grandeur of these sacred spaces, exploring their intricate carvings, soaring spires, and exquisite stained-glass windows. As we journey through the pages, we gain insights into the religious, cultural, and social context that shaped the development of these architectural marvels. Ultimately, this book unveils the enduring legacy of England's cathedrals, not only as architectural masterpieces but as living testaments to the nation's rich heritage and enduring faith. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330159712_0
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