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The Principles of Gothic Ecclesiastical Architecture, Vol. 1: With an Explanation of Technical Terms, and a Centenary of Ancient Terms, Together Also ... and the Changes Therein in and from the Rei - Softcover

Matthew Holbeche Bloxam

 
9781332589067: The Principles of Gothic Ecclesiastical Architecture, Vol. 1: With an Explanation of Technical Terms, and a Centenary of Ancient Terms, Together Also ... and the Changes Therein in and from the Rei

Synopsis

A definitive guide to Gothic ecclesiastical architecture in England, with expert terms and historical context.

This volume offers a thorough overview of the origins, development, and key styles of English Gothic church design. It traces Anglo-Saxon, Norman, and later English styles, and explains how architectural features relate to church life and liturgical practice across centuries. Rich with illustrations, it also provides explanations of technical terms and a century of ancient terms to help readers understand old building descriptions.

Beyond style, the work surveys internal church arrangements and how they changed over time, including perspectives from pre-Reformation arrangements and shifts described from the Tudor period onward. It combines historical notes with practical observations, useful for students, historians, architects, and armchair enthusiasts alike.

  • Clear explanations of architectural styles and terms from early to late medieval England
  • Attention to interior arrangements, chapels, and the evolution of church plans
  • Illustrations that illuminate exterior and interior features
  • Context on historical changes in vestments, liturgy, and church layout

Ideal for readers with an interest in architectural history, medieval churches, and the evolution of English sacred spaces.

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