Guided by a Stone-Mason
The Cathedrals, Abbeys and Churches of Britain Unveiled
Maude, Thomas
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BOOK SUMMARY
Visiting historic buildings is one of Britain's most popular pursuits. Visitors, however, are often frustrated by existing guidebooks, which assume much prior knowledge of architectural history and terms. This book presents a new look at cathedrals, abbey
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Visiting historic buildings is one of Britain's most popular pursuits. Visitors, however, are often frustrated by existing guidebooks, which assume much prior knowledge of architectural history and terms. This book presents a new look at cathedrals, abbeys and churches through the eyes of experienced stonemason, Thomas Maude. He uses historical and technical information, colourful anecdotes and his knowledge of building structures and techniques to convey the excitement which they hold in store.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
The Norman cathedral; the Gothic cathedral; building a cathedral; the stones of Britain; monasteries and abbeys; the parish church.
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ISBN: 1860640397
ISBN(13-digit): 9781860640391
Copyright: 1997
Dewey Decimal: 914.104
Library of Congress: 95062317
Book Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
Language: ENG
Paper Weight (lb): 0.9
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