The Minsters And Abbey Ruins Of The United Kingdom

Their History, Architecture, Monuments, And Traditions (1860)

von Mackenzie Edward C. Walcott

294 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The Minsters and Abbey Ruins of the United Kingdom is a comprehensive book written by Mackenzie Edward C. Walcott in 1860. The book provides an in-depth study of the history, architecture, monuments, and traditions of the various minsters and abbey ruins in the United Kingdom. The author explores the origins and development of these religious structures, highlighting their cultural significance and the impact they have had on the country's history. The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a specific minster or abbey ruin, such as Westminster Abbey, Canterbury Cathedral, and Glastonbury Abbey. The author includes detailed descriptions of the buildings, their architectural features, and the various monuments and tombs found within them. Additionally, the book delves into the traditions and customs associated with these religious sites, including their use for coronations, royal weddings, and other important events. Overall, The Minsters and Abbey Ruins of the United Kingdom is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and architecture of these iconic structures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Kunst Architektur
• ISBN: 9781120904652
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 29.01.2010
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC