Bell's Cathedrals: A Short Account of Romsey Abbey A Description of the Fabric and Notes on the History of the Convent of SS. Mary & Ethelfleda

Perkins, Thomas, Rev., 1842-1907

Yazar

Perkins, Thomas, Rev., 1842-1907

Tür

Mimarlık ve Tasarım

Yayın tarihi

2007-10-03

Yayıncı

OBA Akademik ve Kültürel Yayın Platformu

Biçim

E-kitap

Fiyat

Ücretsiz

Anahtar kelimeler

Romsey Abbey, NA: Fine Arts: Architecture

Kısa tanıtım

"Bell's Cathedrals: A Short Account of Romsey Abbey" by Rev. Thomas Perkins is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This book serves as a detailed exploration of Romsey Abbey, covering its architectural significance and historical background. The author, who was also the rector of Turnworth, Dorset, provides insights into the abbey's development over the centuries, highlighting its importance as a center for female religious life in England. The book begins by discussing the origins of Romsey Abbey, tracing its establishment to the 9th century and its association with key historical figures, including King Edgar. Perkins elaborates on the various architectural styles present in the abbey, noting how it incorporates elements from Norman to Early English design. He describes particular architectural features, such as the unique west front and intricate interior details, all while providing illustrations to aid understanding. The text also touches upon the lives of the abbesses who governed the abbey, revealing both the spirituality and challenges faced within this monastic community. By intertwining architectural description with historical narratives, Perkins delivers a comprehensive account that appeals to both history enthusiasts and those interested in ecclesiastical architecture. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Hazırlayanlar: E-text prepared by Jonathan Ingram, Anne Storer, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team ( www.pgdp.net) Kaynak: Project Gutenberg (eBook 22880). Public domain in the USA. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22880

Önizleme

"Bell's Cathedrals: A Short Account of Romsey Abbey" by Rev. Thomas Perkins is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This book serves as a detailed exploration of Romsey Abbey, covering its architectural significance and historical background. The author, who was also the rector of Turnworth, Dorset, provides insights into the abbey's development over the centuries, highlighting its importance as a center for female religious life in England. The book begins by discussing the origins of Romsey Abbey, tracing its establishment to the 9th century and its association with key historical figures, including King Edgar. Perkins elaborates on the various architectural styles present in the abbey, noting how it incorporates elements from Norman to Early English design. He describes particular architectural features, such as the unique west front and intricate interior details,

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