Excerpt from Melrose Abbey: Notes Descriptive and Historical
From the west entrance to the abbey until the rood screen is reached, little of the original structure remains, excepting the side chapels, which formed the outer portion of the south aisle. The first three of these chapels have been roo?ess for generations, and the separating walls have entirely disappeared. The roofs over the fourth and fifth are still entire.
What remains of the rood screen, crosses the nave on a line with the division of the fifth and sixth chapels, and from thence to the transept the church is roofed quite over from north to south. The aisles, north and south, are covered by the original groined roof. The roof over the nave and the unsightly counter-fort on the north side, reaching to and sup porting the roof, date from 1618, when that part of the ruin was fitted up as the Parish Church. It con tinned to be used as such until 1810.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide to Melrose Abbey, a stunningly preserved medieval ruin, considered one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in Scotland. The author takes readers on a detailed tour, exploring the abbey's history, architecture, and significance. The author provides a rich historical context, tracing the abbey's founding in the 12th century by King David I, through its destruction during the Scottish Reformation in the 16th century. Detailed descriptions of the abbey's architectural features, including its intricate carvings, soaring arches, and beautiful stained-glass windows, bring the ruin vividly to life. Beyond its historical and architectural significance, the book delves into the thematic depth of Melrose Abbey. It explores the abbey's role as a center of religious and cultural life, a symbol of Scotland's turbulent history, and a source of inspiration for artists and writers throughout the centuries. Through its exploration of history, architecture, and cultural significance, this book offers a multifaceted portrait of Melrose Abbey. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish history, architecture, or medieval studies, and a captivating guide for visitors to this iconic ruin. 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 9781330558188_0
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