Notes on the Churches of Kent (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Stephen R. Glynne

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331946238 ISBN 13: 9780331946239

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Notes on the Churches of Kent offers a concise, field‑friendly look at Kent’s parish churches through careful architectural observation.

Drawing on long experience, it presents a clear record of fabric, features, and evolving styles, with attention to how churches stood and how they were altered over time. This edition emphasizes the foreword’s authorial approach and the practical notes that guide a reader through the architectural history of each site.

From spartan nave layouts to decorative details and restoration work, the book frames each church in its local setting while highlighting the variety of medieval and later building phases. It blends measured description with careful judgment to help readers appreciate period styles, structural changes, and notable features across many villages.

• Learn how different building periods manifest in doors, windows, arches, and fonts
• Discover how restorations have shaped present appearances and interior arrangements
• See examples of various English church styles, from Early English to Perpendicular
• Find context for monument segments, brasses, and carved details that survive

Ideal for readers of architectural history, local historians, and anyone exploring the church heritage of Kent.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331946238
• ISBN 13: 9780331946239
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 373