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The Abbeys and Priories of England

The Abbeys and Priories of England

by John Crook (Author), Tim Tatton-Brown (Author)

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    Hardcover 2007

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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.

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Format: Hardcover
 Pages: 160
 Edition: First Edition
 Publisher: New Holland Publishers Ltd
Published: 01 Jan 2007
ISBN 10: 184537116X
ISBN 13: 9781845371166

Author Bio
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).