The Minster: With Some Common Flowers Picked In The Close (1868)

By Richard Trott Fisher

Book Overview

The Minster: With Some Common Flowers Picked In The Close is a book written by Richard Trott Fisher and published in 1868. The book is a collection of essays and musings on the beauty and history of the York Minster, one of the largest Gothic cathedrals in Northern Europe. Fisher, who was a clergyman and a scholar, writes about the intricate details of the architecture, the stained-glass windows, and the sculptures of the Minster, as well as the religious and cultural significance of the cathedral. In addition to his observations about the Minster, Fisher also includes a section on the common flowers that grow in the cathedral's close, or courtyard. He describes the various species of flowers, their colors and fragrances, and their symbolic meanings. Fisher's writing is both informative and poetic, and he brings a deep appreciation for nature and art to his descriptions of the Minster and its surroundings. Overall, The Minster: With Some Common Flowers Picked In The Close is a charming and insightful book that offers a unique perspective on one of England's most iconic landmarks. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, architecture, or the beauty of nature.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: 1167190033
• ISBN13: 9781167190032
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 142 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"