Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of York : A Description of Its Fabric and A Brief History of the Archi-Episcopal See

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Clutton-Brock, A. (Arthur), 1868-1924.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of York" by A. Clutton-Brock is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work serves as a guide to the magnificent York Minster, detailing its architectural significance and rich ecclesiastical history. Through meticulous descriptions and illustrations, the book aims to provide both tourists and scholars with insights into the fabric of the cathedral and the background of the archiepiscopal see. The opening of the book establishes the context for a comprehensive exploration of York Minster, beginning with the historical significance of the city itself, which is portrayed as an ancient settlement intertwined with legends of its founding. It delves into the city's Roman heritage, touches upon its status during various historical periods, and introduces key figures like Edwin and Paulinus, who shaped the early Christian narratives of York. Clutton-Brock's preface notes the work's reliance on earlier scholars, indicating a foundation built upon extensive research and historical scholarship, setting the tone for a detailed examination that continues throughout the chapters that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Jonathan Ingram, David Cortesi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 68.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2006-10-01