Cathedral Treasures of England and Wales
£14.95
SHORTLISTED for ‘Best Monograph’ in the Architectural Book Awards 2024
Cathedrals are monumental constructions, representing the greatest effort of Christian dedication in our landscape. They also house the most important objects associated with Christianity. In this volume, 50 of these astonishing artefacts from the cathedrals of England and Wales are brought to life, with their stories told by the deans and senior clergy. Ranging from dials to glass and boots to books, the treasures covered here are simply mesmerising.
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Highlights
- This beautifully illustrated new volume tells the stories behind 50 artefacts from the cathedrals of England and Wales.
- Features manuscripts such as the Magna Carta, shrines, sculptures and stained-glass windows.
Description
The cathedrals of England and Wales are remarkable buildings. From the centuries leading up to the Norman Conquest to the tumults of the Reformation and devastating wars of the twentieth century, they carry traces of our nations’ darkest moments and most brilliant endeavours.
With a double page spread and beautiful images the book tells the stories behind 50 remarkable artefacts – one selected by the dean of each cathedral – that have been preserved by the cathedrals of the Church of England and the Church in Wales.
Featuring the Magna Carta of Salisbury Cathedral as well as the oldest book of English literature in the world, an Anglo-Saxon portable sundial, and Pre-Raphaelite glass, painting and embroidery, these local and national treasures are a vital part of our heritage, testifying to the powerful and enduring links between cathedrals and the wider communities of which they are part.
Author information
Janet Gough OBE, author, lecturer and advisor on historic churches and cathedrals, was formerly Secretary of the Cathedrals Fabric Commission for England and Director of the Cathedral and Church Buildings Division of the Church of England.
More Information
| Custom product type: | Books |
|---|---|
| Prod no: | Z4336BT-R |
| Publisher: | Scala |
| Width (mm): | 190 |
| Height (mm): | 165 |
| Page Count: | 112 |
| Author: | Janet Gough |
| ISBN: | 9781785514531 |
| Publication Date: | 1 Nov 2022 |
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