The English Cathedral Of The Nineteenth Century (1861)

By A.J.B. Beresford Hope

Book Overview

""The English Cathedral of the Nineteenth Century"" is a historical book written by Alexander James B. Beresford Hope in 1861. The book explores the architecture and design of English cathedrals during the 19th century, highlighting the Gothic Revival movement and its impact on cathedral construction. The author provides a detailed analysis of the various elements that make up a cathedral, including the nave, transepts, choir, altar, and stained glass windows. He also discusses the historical context of cathedral construction, including the influence of the Reformation and the rise of Protestantism. The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs of English cathedrals, providing readers with a visual understanding of the subject matter. Overall, ""The English Cathedral of the Nineteenth Century"" is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in the history of English architecture and the Gothic Revival movement.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: 1165114046
• ISBN13: 9781165114047
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 330 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.5" x 9.3"