Westminster Abbey V1: Its Architecture, History And Monuments (1914)

By Helen Marshall Pratt

Book Overview

Westminster Abbey V1: Its Architecture, History And Monuments is a book written by Helen Marshall Pratt and published in 1914. The book is a comprehensive guide to the architecture, history, and monuments of Westminster Abbey, one of the most famous and historic buildings in England. The book is divided into several sections, each of which explores a different aspect of the abbey. The first section provides an overview of the abbey's history, from its founding in the 10th century to the present day. The second section focuses on the abbey's architecture, including its Gothic style and the various additions and renovations that have been made over the years. The third section is devoted to the abbey's monuments, including those of famous historical figures such as Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, and William Shakespeare. Throughout the book, Pratt provides detailed descriptions and historical context for each aspect of the abbey, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and architecture of this iconic building.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: 1164050567
• ISBN13: 9781164050568
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 548 Pages
• Weight: 1.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"