The Cathedral Builders In England
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Edward S. Prior
Binding: Hardback
Published: Seeley & Co., Ltd., 1905
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: marked wear and marks to cover; some fraying and chipping of edges; significant tanning of spine and inside pages; significant moisture staining on inside pages
This scholarly work chronicles the monumental undertaking of constructing England's grand cathedrals, presenting a meticulous account of the architectural innovations and engineering challenges faced by medieval artisans. It illustrates the social and economic forces that shaped these magnificent structures, detailing the lives and methods of the master masons and their crews. The narrative uncovers the artistic and spiritual motivations behind these enduring edifices, offering a comprehensive understanding of their historical significance. This authoritative text provides an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the rich heritage of English ecclesiastical architecture, The Cathedral Builders In England.
Author: Edward S. Prior
Binding: Hardback
Published: Seeley & Co., Ltd., 1905
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: marked wear and marks to cover; some fraying and chipping of edges; significant tanning of spine and inside pages; significant moisture staining on inside pages
This scholarly work chronicles the monumental undertaking of constructing England's grand cathedrals, presenting a meticulous account of the architectural innovations and engineering challenges faced by medieval artisans. It illustrates the social and economic forces that shaped these magnificent structures, detailing the lives and methods of the master masons and their crews. The narrative uncovers the artistic and spiritual motivations behind these enduring edifices, offering a comprehensive understanding of their historical significance. This authoritative text provides an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the rich heritage of English ecclesiastical architecture, The Cathedral Builders In England.