Project Gutenberg 2010-12-28 Public domain in the USA. 237 Sherrill, Charles Hitchcock 1867 1936 Sherrill, Charles H. (Hitchcock) 08000856 Stained Glass Tours in France E-text prepared by D Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team "Stained Glass Tours in France" by Charles Hitchcock Sherrill is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a guide focused on exploring and appreciating the beauty of stained glass windows across various cathedrals and churches in France. Sherrill aims not only to direct readers to notable examples of stained glass but also to evoke an appreciation for this art form, particularly through the lens of historical and architectural significance. At the start of this guide, the author sets the stage for a unique exploration of stained glass, emphasizing its allure and significance in French cathedrals, particularly the thirteenth century. Sherrill reflects on his journey through France, describing how stained glass transformed ordinary light into a kaleidoscope of color within sacred spaces. By using Paris's Sainte Chapelle and Notre Dame as starting points, he establishes a framework for future explorations, inviting readers to engage with various regions and epochs of stained glass art, while also sharing insights on viewing techniques to enhance their experience. The introduction suggests a delightful blend of practical touring advice and artistic appreciation, making it an enticing read for art lovers and travelers alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 62.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. en France -- Description and travel Architecture -- France Glass painting and staining -- France Churches -- France NK Text Category: Travel Writing Category: Art 432781 2025-08-14T08:05:10.515139 text/html 434286 2010-12-28T15:18:05 text/html 1471480 2025-08-14T08:05:19.503107 application/epub+zip 1475064 2025-08-14T08:05:14.088180 application/epub+zip 228487 2025-08-14T08:05:12.675128 application/epub+zip 1697740 2025-08-14T08:05:23.525071 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 1664117 2025-08-14T08:05:18.481096 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 398006 2022-09-16T04:59:35.441555 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 386066 2025-08-14T08:05:09.770155 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 385750 2010-12-28T15:15:59 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 385780 2010-12-28T15:15:59 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 20995 2025-08-14T08:05:23.675224 application/rdf+xml 17015 2025-08-14T08:05:13.194136 image/jpeg 4110 2025-08-14T08:05:12.937142 image/jpeg 141398 2010-12-28T15:15:59 application/octet-stream application/zip 1230376 2010-12-28T15:21:21 application/octet-stream application/zip 141276 2010-12-28T15:15:59 application/octet-stream application/zip 1319290 2025-08-14T08:05:10.585111 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog en.wikipedia