The Abbeys and Priories of England - Hardcover

Tatton-Brown, Tim; Crook, John

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 184537116X ISBN 13: 9781845371166

Publisher: New Holland Publishers Ltd, 2007

Synopsis

A celebration of the history and architecture of some of the finest religious buildings in England.

About this title

Synopsis

"The Abbeys and Priories of England" is a celebration of the history and architecture of some of the finest religious buildings in England. Two hundred specially commissioned, full-colour photographs capture the personality of these magnificent buildings, once home to closed communities and now focal points for the surrounding populace and heritage lovers. Together with the lively and informative text, written by one of England's foremost experts on religious buildings' history and design, this is a comprehensive and absorbing guide. Packed with little-known facts and stories of the people who lived in and worked on these buildings, and with an array of stunning images, this book is the perfect souvenir for overseas or UK visitors, or anyone with an interest in English history and architecture.

About the Author

Tim Tatton-Brown has been an archaeologist for more than 30 years, during which time he has gained an intimate knowledge of numerous English religious buildings. He has acted as a consultant to numerous cathedrals and is also the author of The English Cathedral, The English Church (both New Holland) and Great Cathedrals of Britain (BBC). John Crook, a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries and an honorary research fellow of Reading University, is an independent architectural historian and a professional architectural and topographical photographer. Recent publications include The English Cathedral and The English Church (both New Holland).

Edition details

• Publisher: New Holland Publishers Ltd
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 184537116X
• ISBN 13: 9781845371166
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 160