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English Medieval Church Towers

The Northern Province

By (author) W.E. David Ryan
Format: Paperback / softback
Publisher: Boydell & Brewer Ltd, Woodbridge, United Kingdom
Imprint: The Boydell Press
Published: 24th Aug 2018
Dimensions: w 138mm h 213mm d 22mm
Weight: 495g
ISBN-10: 1783273534
ISBN-13: 9781783273539
Barcode No: 9781783273539
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Synopsis
A beautifully illustrated guide to the medieval church towers of the Northern Province of England. Church towers are a prominent feature of the English landscape and stand as a testament to the skill and ingenuity of medieval masons. The Northern Province, namely the ecclesiastical province of York, contains a rich and varied array of these remarkable constructions. This vast area of England, comprising of the twelve dioceses of Blackburn, Carlisle, Chester, Durham, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle, Sheffield, Southwell & Nottingham and York, contains no less than 500 medieval examples. Every medieval church tower within the Northern Province is beautifully illustrated here by a watercolour painting and is accompanied by detailed information relating to its locationand date and an architectural description. Provided with an index and a glossary of terms, this book can be used both as a visitor's guide and as a reference work for the study of medieval church architecture. Includes 500 colourillustrations. DAVID RYAN is a retired architect and a former member of the Royal Institute of British Architects.

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The illustrations are captivatingly intricate, teasing out the character and charm of their subjects..The book is both highly useful as a gazetteer for visits, but also as an attractive quick reference for the ecclesiastical professional. * EASA JOURNAL * The most perfect example that I've seen so far of a physical book that is enhanced by the availability and functionality of an ebook version. -- MICHAEL CLARK, 1320elements.com The idea is simple: 500 medieval church towers from the Northern Province of the Church of England depicted in watercolour with accuracy and feeling. -- CHRISTOPHER HOWSE * DAILY TELEGRAPH * This book is a complete delight; it's a pleasure to handle, to read and - indeed - to learn from!...It is a feast for the eyes, and it lifts the spirit as well. * NORTHERN HISTORY *