A Manual Of Monumental Brasses, Part 2: Comprising An Introduction To The Study Of These Memorials And A List Of Those Remaining In The British Isles

By Herbert Haines

Book Overview

A Manual of Monumental Brasses, Part 2: Comprising an Introduction to the Study of These Memorials and a List of Those Remaining in the British Isles (1861) is a comprehensive guide to the study of monumental brasses, a type of funerary monument popular in medieval Europe. Written by Herbert Haines, this book serves as a valuable resource for historians, archaeologists, and enthusiasts interested in the study of these unique and beautiful memorials. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which provides an introduction to the history and significance of monumental brasses, as well as an overview of the techniques used to create them. The second part of the book is a detailed list of all the remaining monumental brasses in the British Isles, organized by location and including descriptions of each monument, as well as information about the individuals commemorated. With its detailed descriptions, historical context, and beautiful illustrations, A Manual of Monumental Brasses, Part 2 is an essential resource for anyone interested in the study of medieval funerary monuments.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164537679
• ISBN13: 9781164537670
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"