Bell'S Cathedrals; The Cathedral Church Of Ely; A History And Description Of The Building With A Short Account Of The Monastery And Of The See

By Walter Debenham Sweeting

Book Overview

A vivid doorway into medieval England, Bell's Cathedrals invites the reader to walk the nave of time itself. W. D. Sweeting's careful, evocative history unfolds with the steady pace of a guidebook and the reverence of a cathedral visit. This fully restored edition offers a concise, absorbing overview of the Cathedral Church of Ely, its building, and the surrounding see and monastery. The book blends architectural history with a humane sense of place-exploring how stone and design reflect the lives of monks, bishops, and communities. Readers will discover a clear, accessible account of the cathedral's form, its evolution through the ages, and the lived experience of medieval England, presented with a consistency of purpose that makes sense to both casual readers and diligent researchers. The work functions as a practical architectural history guide while also inviting reflection on England's religious and cultural heritage. Its literary and historical significance rests in its faithful portrayal of how a great church stood at the centre of life, learning, and devotion. For heritage enthusiasts and classic-literature collectors alike, this is more than a reprint: it is a collector's item and a cultural treasure. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions, it has been restored for today's and future generations, preserving a complete cathedral history and a humane, resonant sense of place for study and inspiration.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9354756042
• ISBN13: 9789354756047
• Release Date: July 2021
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 114 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"