Historic Sketch Of The Parish Church, Wakefield (1824)

By J L Sisson

Book Overview

""Historic Sketch of the Parish Church, Wakefield"" is a book written by Joseph Lawson Sisson in 1824. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the Parish Church in Wakefield, England. The author delves into the origins of the church, tracing its roots back to the Anglo-Saxon period. He describes the various architectural styles that the church has gone through over the centuries, highlighting the influences of Norman and Gothic styles.Sisson also provides a detailed account of the church's significant events, such as the Reformation, the Civil War, and the Restoration. He explores the church's role in the community, including its involvement in education, charity, and social activities. The author also discusses the church's notable figures, such as the Earls of Warren and the Wakefield family.Throughout the book, Sisson's writing is informative and engaging, providing readers with a fascinating insight into the history of the Parish Church in Wakefield. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English churches, architecture, or local history.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: 1104059630
• ISBN13: 9781104059637
• Release Date: February 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"