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Title: Tales of English Minsters: St. Paul's
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Summary: "Tales of English Minsters: St. Paul's" by Elizabeth W. Grierson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This book explores the fascinating history of St. Paul’s Cathedral in London, detailing its significance as a key religious and civic site in English history. Grierson intertwines architectural descriptions with the narratives of notable events and figures associated with the cathedral, painting a vivid picture of its role in the fabric of English society. The book covers various historical episodes, beginning with the cathedral's origins and the early Christian presence in London, including the challenges faced by early bishops and the spread of Christianity among pagan populations. Grierson recounts pivotal moments such as the signing of the Magna Carta and the consequent rise of English liberties, placing St. Paul's Cathedral at the heart of these developments. Notable individuals such as General Gordon and the Duke of Wellington are commemorated within its walls. Through a blend of historical narrative and vibrant storytelling, Grierson conveys the cathedral's evolution from a site of worship to a symbol of national identity and resilience, especially following its reconstruction by Sir Christopher Wren after the Great Fire of London. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 69.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Grierson, Elizabeth W. (Elizabeth Wilson)
EBook No.: 59044
Published: Mar 10, 2019
Downloads: 108
Language: English
Subject: St. Paul's Cathedral (London, England)
Subject: Cathedrals -- England -- London
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Tales of English Minsters: St. Paul's
Credits:
Produced by David E. Brown and The Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Summary: "Tales of English Minsters: St. Paul's" by Elizabeth W. Grierson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This book explores the fascinating history of St. Paul’s Cathedral in London, detailing its significance as a key religious and civic site in English history. Grierson intertwines architectural descriptions with the narratives of notable events and figures associated with the cathedral, painting a vivid picture of its role in the fabric of English society. The book covers various historical episodes, beginning with the cathedral's origins and the early Christian presence in London, including the challenges faced by early bishops and the spread of Christianity among pagan populations. Grierson recounts pivotal moments such as the signing of the Magna Carta and the consequent rise of English liberties, placing St. Paul's Cathedral at the heart of these developments. Notable individuals such as General Gordon and the Duke of Wellington are commemorated within its walls. Through a blend of historical narrative and vibrant storytelling, Grierson conveys the cathedral's evolution from a site of worship to a symbol of national identity and resilience, especially following its reconstruction by Sir Christopher Wren after the Great Fire of London. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 69.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Grierson, Elizabeth W. (Elizabeth Wilson)
EBook No.: 59044
Published: Mar 10, 2019
Downloads: 108
Language: English
Subject: St. Paul's Cathedral (London, England)
Subject: Cathedrals -- England -- London
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.