Handbook to the Cathedrals of England

R.J. King

Published by John Murray, London, 1879

About this Item

A six volume Victorian set published between 1862 and 1879 by John Murray in London, ?Handbook to the Cathedrals of England? by R.J. King and others presents detailed accounts of major English and Welsh cathedrals. The work includes volumes dedicated to sites such as York, Lincoln, Durham, and Manchester, along with separate treatment of St. Paul?s Cathedral and the cathedrals of Wales. Illustrated throughout with full-page and in-text figures, the set reflects 19th century interest in ecclesiastical architecture and historical travel literature. Very Good, with secure leather bindings, gilt accents retained, marbled boards well preserved, some rubbing to corners, and clean pages and illustrations across all volumes. (12mo), six volume set. Collation: each volume separately paged. Illustrations: full-page and in-text figures throughout. Edition: 1862?1879 printings. Item Number (SKU): 50199. PHOTOS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Handbook to the Cathedrals of England
• Publisher: John Murray, London
• Publication Date: 1879
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Very Good