The Principles of Gothic Ecclesiastical Architecture with an Explanation of Technical Terms, and a Centenary of Ancient Terms

The Principles of Gothic Ecclesiastical Architecture is a book written by Matthew Holbeche Bloxam, which provides a comprehensive guide to the technical terms and principles of Gothic architecture as applied to ecclesiastical buildings. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which covers the basic principles of Gothic architecture, such as the use of pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses. The second part of the book is a glossary of technical terms used in Gothic architecture, as well as a centenary of ancient terms. The book is illustrated with numerous diagrams and illustrations, making it an invaluable resource for architects, historians, and students of architecture. Bloxam's book is widely regarded as one of the most authoritative works on Gothic architecture, and it remains a classic text in the field to this day.1849. Contents: Origin, Progress, and Decline of Gothic or English Ecclesiastical Architecture; Definition of Gothic Architecture; Different kinds of Arches; Anglo Saxon Style; Anglo Norman Style; Semi Norman Style; Early English Style; Decorated English Style; Florid or Perpendicular English Style; Debased English Style. Illustrated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

The eleventh, and definitive, 1882 edition of this hugely popular, highly illustrated work consists of two volumes on Gothic ecclesiastical architecture and a third on church vestments. Bloxam records his concern that: 'In the so-called restorations of ancient churches, not a few historical features ... have been ruthlessly ... swept away.'