The Story of Stratton Church (Classic Reprint)

Frederic James Bone

ISBN 10: 1330154541 / ISBN 13: 9781330154540

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Print on Demand. This book delves into the rich history of a church in the West Country, weaving together architectural analysis, social history, and local lore. The author meticulously traces the church's evolution from its Norman origins through centuries of expansion and adornment, painting a vivid picture of a community deeply invested in their place of worship. Set against the backdrop of medieval England and the changing tides of religious practice, the narrative explores the lives and legacies of prominent families like the Blanchminsters, whose influence shaped the church's physical structure and spiritual life. The author's examination of church records, contracts, and architectural details offers insights into the economic, social, and devotional practices of the era. Themes of community, faith, and artistic expression are interwoven with explorations of power dynamics between the church, local lords, and the broader political landscape. The book invites readers to consider how a seemingly ordinary parish church can serve as a microcosm of historical forces and enduring human values. Ultimately, it illuminates the profound ways in which a place of worship can embody the aspirations, struggles, and creative spirit of generations past. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Story of Stratton Church (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330154541
• ISBN 13: 9781330154540
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Archaeology

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Synopsis

From ancient Saxon churchyards to Norman stones and beyond, this history traces Stratton Church through centuries of faith and change.

Discover how a small Cornish parish reflects the broader story of English religion, politics, and daily life across the medieval and early modern periods.

The book blends narrative detail with a close look at church life, architecture, and the records that reveal what mattered to parishioners, from pre-Norman times to the post-Reformation era. It combines survey-like clarity with vivid footnotes, illustrations, and an index that makes the material accessible to readers with a passion for local history and sacred spaces.

• Learn how Stratton’s church fits into the broader patterns of Welsh, Saxon, and Norman influence in early England.
• See how church reform, iconoclasm, and changes in worship shaped parish life and material culture.
• Explore the evolution of the building itself, from its earliest forms to later architectural styles and features.
• Examine the contents and significance of the Counte Booke, stockwardens’ accounts, and related records that illuminate daily parish governance.

Ideal for readers of local history, ecclesiastical architecture, and anyone curious about how small communities preserve memory through their holy places.