Synopsis
Explore the rise of English Gothic architecture through essays and illustrated plates that trace Saxon, Norman, and pointed-arch developments.
This edition collects early historical writings on England’s sacred buildings, pairing concise analysis with plates that show key architectural features. It offers a lay reader-friendly look at how new forms, like the pointed arch, emerged and evolved across cathedrals and churches. What you’ll experience
- Clear explanations of architectural terms and their real-world examples.
- Descriptions of how styles shifted over time, from Saxon foundations to Norman refinements.
- Illustrated plates that visualize the shapes, arches, and windows discussed in the text.
- Context on the people, places, and monuments that shaped English church architecture.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of essays that depict the evolution of English Gothic architecture. The essays describe the distinct characteristics of each period of English Gothic architecture, beginning with the round arches and simple designs of the Norman era and progressing to the highly ornamented and complex buildings of the late Gothic period. The essays explore how political, cultural, and religious factors influenced the historical development of English Gothic architecture, and provide a comprehensive overview of the subject. The author argues that English Gothic architecture was as much an expression of cultural identity and national pride as it was a religious and functional building style. This well-researched and informative book will be of interest to anyone with a passion for architecture, English history, or the Gothic period. 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 9781527727991_0
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