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The ecclesiastical architecture of Scotland from the earliest Christian times to the seventeenth century; vol. 2/3
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- MacGibbon, David, 1831-1902
- Language:
- English
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource : multiple file formats
- Other Title:
- The ecclesiastical architecture of Scotland from the earliest Christian times to the 17th century; vol. 2/3
- Place of Publication:
- Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,
- Summary:
- "The Ecclesiastical Architecture of Scotland from the Earliest Christian Times to the Seventeenth Century" by David Macgibbon and Thomas Ross is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This comprehensive work delves into the evolution and characteristics of ecclesiastical architectural styles throughout Scotland, particularly focusing on Gothic influences and their adaptations in various notable structures. It explores the transition from earlier styles, postulating the significance of both Scottish and external influences on the development of architecture in Scotland. At the start of this volume, the authors outline the progression of architectural styles in Scotland leading up to the Gothic period, emphasizing the shift from Romanesque to various forms of Gothic architecture. They discuss the introduction of the pointed arch and its structural importance, detailing how designs reflected both local adaptations and broader European trends. The opening sets the tone for a detailed analysis of significant sites like St. Andrews Cathedral and Arbroath Abbey, highlighting how these structures showcase the melding of styles over centuries and examining the architectural elements that signify Scotland's unique response to Gothic design. Through historical context and architectural analysis, the foundation is laid for further exploration of specific edifices and their contributions to the ecclesiastical fabric of Scotland. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
- Credits:
- Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
- Notes:
- Reading ease score: 69.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
- Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Ecclesiastical_Architecture_of_Scotland
- Release date is 2020-12-06
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