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A Dissertation on Ancient Bridges and Bridge Chapels, and Especially That Remarkable Edifice on Wakefield Bridge, Commonly, but Erroneously, Called the Chapel of Edward the Fourth (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple
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The Wakefield Bridge Chapel reveals the contested origins of a bridge-bound shrine and why it matters today.
A look at the chapel on Wakefield bridge, its long history, and the debates that have shaped how we understand it. The book traces early endowments, references by antiquaries, and the ways the structure has been used, altered, and preserved through the centuries.
Readers will see how local history, architecture, and religious practice mingle in this small, storied ruin, and how perceptions of its purpose have evolved over time.
- Learn how historians and antiquaries interpreted the chapel’s origins and dedication.
- Follow the clues about its age, endowments, and the bridge’s own development.
- See how the building’s appearance and use changed across the Reformation and later periods.
- Understand how a single shrine can reflect broader changes in culture and society.
Ideal for readers of local history, architectural heritage, and religious studies who seek a grounded, evidence-based exploration of a landmark with a rich, contested past.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the history of the beautiful medieval chapel on Wakeeld bridge, a unique and significant historical landmark. The author meticulously investigates the chapel's origins, construction, and evolving uses, shedding light on its architectural and religious significance. The book goes beyond the chapel itself, examining the broader context of medieval bridge chapels and their role in society. The author discusses the various purposes these chapels served, not only as places of worship but also as defensive structures, thoroughfares, and even venues for public spectacles. By delving deeply into the historical record, the author uncovers fascinating insights into the chapel's foundation, its connections to royalty and the Catholic Church, and the controversies surrounding its ownership and preservation over the centuries. The book's comprehensive research and thought-provoking analysis will appeal to anyone interested in medieval history, architecture, or the fascinating stories behind the enduring landmarks that shape our world. 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 9781334567797_0
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A Dissertation on Ancient Bridges and Bridge Chapels, and Especially That Remarkable Edifice on Wakefield Bridge, Commonly, but Erroneously, Called the Chapel of Edward the Fourth Classic Reprint
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A Dissertation on Ancient Bridges and Bridge Chapels, and Especially That Remarkable Edifice on Wakefield Bridge, Commonly, but Erroneously, Called the Chapel of Edward the Fourth (Classic Reprint)
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