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Canterbury Cathedral (1897)

Canterbury Cathedral (1897)

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Art HistoryFiction AnthologiesGeneral Christianity

ISBN10: 1104628899
ISBN13: 9781104628895
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Jun 13 2009
Pages: 64
Weight: 0.22
Height: 0.13 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Canterbury Cathedral is a book written by William Henry Fremantle and published in 1897. The book is a comprehensive guide to Canterbury Cathedral, one of the most famous and historically significant buildings in England. The author, who was a Canon of the cathedral, provides a detailed account of the cathedral's architecture, history, and significance in English culture and religion.The book begins with an overview of the cathedral's history, including its construction in the 11th century and its role as the seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury. Fremantle then takes the reader on a tour of the cathedral, describing its various chapels, tombs, and other features in great detail. He also provides insights into the cathedral's role in English history, including its connection to the murder of Thomas Becket in 1170 and its use as a place of worship during World War II.Throughout the book, Fremantle's writing is informed by his deep knowledge of the cathedral and its history. He provides fascinating details about the cathedral's architecture and decoration, as well as its role in the development of English Christianity. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs and drawings, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and architecture of Canterbury Cathedral.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.

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