Churches: An Architectural Guide (Pevsner Architectural Guides: Introductions) - Hardcover

Bradley, Simon

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0300215533 ISBN 13: 9780300215533

Publisher: Yale University Press, 2016

Synopsis

This accessible book is for anyone who would like to understand more about the architectural history of English churches. Clear and easy to use, the text explains the key components of church architecture—stylistic developments, functional requirements, regional variations, and arcane vocabulary. Readers can equip themselves to explore historic churches knowledgeably, evaluate dates and restoration phases, interpret stained glass and monuments, and make their own discoveries. Written by one of the editors of the Pevsner Architectural Guides and distilling years of experience visiting churches, the book includes explanations of how to learn more from building plans, tips for further research, searching for clues, and analyzing the evidence. 

About this title

Book Description:

Clear and easy to use, this book explains the key components of English church architecture—stylistic developments, functional requirements, regional variations, and arcane vocabulary. 

About the Author:

Simon Bradley is joint series editor of the Pevsner Architectural Guides. 

About this edition

• Publisher: Yale University Press
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 0300215533
• ISBN 13: 9780300215533
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 192