The landmark of many cities is the cathedral. Some had their beginnings as monastic buildings, have stood for nearly a thousand years, and remain essential icons, or even emblems, of a city's character. Yet not all cathedrals look alike, and indeed these buildings were often the pioneers of new architecture as it developed over the centuries. Here, Cathedral Architecture takes the reader on a journey through time, enjoying the architectural experience of the styles of the Normans, Early English, Decorated Gothic, ...
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The landmark of many cities is the cathedral. Some had their beginnings as monastic buildings, have stood for nearly a thousand years, and remain essential icons, or even emblems, of a city's character. Yet not all cathedrals look alike, and indeed these buildings were often the pioneers of new architecture as it developed over the centuries. Here, Cathedral Architecture takes the reader on a journey through time, enjoying the architectural experience of the styles of the Normans, Early English, Decorated Gothic, Perpendicular Gothic, and English Renaissance through to modern day. A beautifully illustrated guide featuring many of Britain's best-loved cathedrals.
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Very Good. Not ex-lib. Softcover in staplebound wraps with nave of Wells cathedral to front, 8vo. 1974 printing. 24pp. Color and b/w illustrations, plans, glossary. VG. Mild wear along edges of front wrap; short rolling creases to extreme lower corners throughout volume. Else clean, tight and unmarked with very bright figures.
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New. Softcover edition in excellent, unread condition. No marks inside or out. One of the "Pride of Britain" pictorial guide series titles. Filled with color photographs, detail illustrations; includes glossary. 24 pages.