A Guide (Classic Reprint): To the Collegiate Church of Stratford-on-Avon: To the Collegiate Church of Stratford-On-Avon (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Arbuthnot, George

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1331779707 ISBN 13: 9781331779704

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book is a guide to Holy Trinity Church in Stratford-upon-Avon, the final resting place of William Shakespeare, and one of the finest examples of 16th-century architecture remaining today. Built in the era of river travel, the church's connections to the Abbeys of Evesham and Pershore, and the nearby River Avon, are explored in depth. The author describes the structure's history as a collegiate church with a college of priests, and its acquisition of many relics and tombs over the centuries. Alongside its historical significance, this book discusses the church's evolution as a place of worship, from its medieval origins to its present-day form. Significant events, from the Reformation to the Victorian restoration, are highlighted to provide context for the church's current appearance. Themes such as the church's architectural symbolism and the significance of the Shakespeare graves are also examined. The book draws on various sources, including the church's own Vestry Minute-Book, to give readers insight into the lives of those associated with the church and the culture of the time. An ideal companion for visitors and those with an interest in church history, architecture, and Shakespeare's life, this book provides a comprehensive overview of this iconic building.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1331779707
• ISBN 13: 9781331779704
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 29