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Title:
Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Rochester
A Description of its Fabric and a Brief History of the Episcopal See
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Summary: "Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Rochester" by G. H. Palmer is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume serves as a detailed guide to Rochester Cathedral, blending architectural description with a concise history of its significance in the context of the English Church. The book is oriented toward both casual visitors and those with a deeper interest in ecclesiastical architecture and local history. The opening of the work introduces readers to the rich and complex history of Rochester Cathedral, one of the oldest in England, founded shortly after the arrival of St. Augustine and his mission in the 6th century. The text details the cathedral's many iterations and restorations throughout the centuries, from its Saxon origins through the Norman period, highlighting significant figures such as Bishop Gundulf. Palmer emphasizes the importance of ongoing restoration efforts, the architectural features of the structure, and its role within the community, setting the stage for an in-depth examination of both the physical church and its historical context. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 65.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Palmer, G. H. (George Henry), 1871-
EBook No.: 25084
Published: Apr 17, 2008
Downloads: 265
Language: English
Subject: Rochester Cathedral (Rochester, Kent, England)
LoCC: Fine Arts: Architecture
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Rochester
A Description of its Fabric and a Brief History of the Episcopal See
Credits:
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Anne Storer and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Rochester" by G. H. Palmer is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume serves as a detailed guide to Rochester Cathedral, blending architectural description with a concise history of its significance in the context of the English Church. The book is oriented toward both casual visitors and those with a deeper interest in ecclesiastical architecture and local history. The opening of the work introduces readers to the rich and complex history of Rochester Cathedral, one of the oldest in England, founded shortly after the arrival of St. Augustine and his mission in the 6th century. The text details the cathedral's many iterations and restorations throughout the centuries, from its Saxon origins through the Norman period, highlighting significant figures such as Bishop Gundulf. Palmer emphasizes the importance of ongoing restoration efforts, the architectural features of the structure, and its role within the community, setting the stage for an in-depth examination of both the physical church and its historical context. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 65.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Palmer, G. H. (George Henry), 1871-
EBook No.: 25084
Published: Apr 17, 2008
Downloads: 265
Language: English
Subject: Rochester Cathedral (Rochester, Kent, England)
LoCC: Fine Arts: Architecture
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.