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Singleton, Esther
1865
1930
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How to Visit the English Cathedrals
Canterbury -- Rochester -- Winchester -- Chichester -- Salisbury -- Exeter -- Wells -- Bath Abbey -- Bristol -- Gloucester -- Hereford -- Worcester -- Lichfield -- Chester -- Manchester -- Carlisle -- Durham -- Ripon -- York Minster -- Lincoln -- Southwell -- Peterborough -- Ely -- Norwich -- St. Albans -- Oxford -- St. Paul's, London -- St. Saviour's, Southwark -- Westminster Abbey.
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"How to Visit the English Cathedrals" by Esther Singleton is a guidebook written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a valuable resource for tourists seeking to explore and appreciate the rich architecture and historical significance of the cathedrals across England. Singleton compiles concise descriptions and insights from various specialists to enhance the reader's understanding and enjoyment of these grand ecclesiastical buildings. The opening of the guidebook presents a modest introduction from the author, who expresses her intent to provide new visitors with a useful overview of notable cathedrals in England. Singleton emphasizes the complexity of these majestic structures, which often evolved architecturally over centuries. She outlines the main features of cathedral design and architecture, discussing the roles of various architectural elements like the nave, transepts, and choir, while alluding to the historical narrative that surrounds these places of worship. The text invites readers to embark on a journey through these architectural marvels, enriched by both historical context and aesthetic appreciation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 69.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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