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Handbook To Ludlow: Containing A Descriptive Account Of Ludlow Church - Softcover

J. T. Irvine; Alderman Marston

 
9780461958461: Handbook To Ludlow: Containing A Descriptive Account Of Ludlow Church

Synopsis

Handbook To Ludlow: Containing A Descriptive Account Of Ludlow Church by J. T. Irvine and Alderman Marston is a composite guide blending architectural history, ecclesiastical restoration, and local heritage. The work opens with a Preface by Irvine, described as clerk of the Church Restoration Works, praising Ludlow Church and Ludlow Castle and outlining the purpose of preserving public knowledge. It proceeds to a detailed survey of Ludlow Church’s medieval evolution—from Early English through Decorated to Perpendicular phases—covering porches, the tower, the chancel, and the interior restoration of the 19th century led by architect G. G. Scott and funded by local benefactors. The volume also includes Historical Accounts of Ludlow Castle, Rides and Rambles around Ludlow, and extensive town histories, describing inscriptions, monuments, and civic institutions. In addition to architectural and historical content, the book offers comprehensive itineraries for exploring the surrounding countryside, Caynham Camp, Downton, Wigmore, and the Longmynds, framed by a strong sense of regional identity and heritage.

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