| Author |
Fisher, A. Hugh (Alfred Hugh), 1867-1945 |
| LoC No. |
03013762
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| Title |
Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Hereford
A Description of Its Fabric and a Brief History of the Episcopal See
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 68.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Summary |
"Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Hereford" by A. Hugh Fisher is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work serves as a guide to the Cathedral of Hereford, providing detailed descriptions of its architecture, history, and significance within the context of English ecclesiastical buildings. It aims to cater to both visitors and scholars, making it accessible while still offering scholarly insights. The opening of the book introduces the authors' intentions and the importance of Hereford Cathedral, which acts as a repository of England's architectural evolution. It outlines conscious efforts to blend informative narrative with captivating visuals, suggesting that the structure itself is a historical artifact steeped in stories—from its origins to its architectural transformations over the centuries. Through a rich description, Fisher indicates that readers will encounter not only the physical beauty of the Cathedral but also its profound historical significance, as it intertwines with notable figures and events that shaped the region's ecclesiastical landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
NA: Fine Arts: Architecture
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| Subject |
Hereford Cathedral
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
19487 |
| Release Date |
Oct 7, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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