| Author |
Beale, Sophia, 1837-1920 |
| LoC No. |
01005164
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| Title |
The Churches of Paris, from Clovis to Charles X
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"The Churches of Paris, from Clovis to Charles X" by Sophia Beale is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the rich history, cultural significance, and architectural evolution of various churches in Paris, providing insights into the legends, events, and notable figures associated with these sacred spaces from the time of Clovis, the first king of the Franks, to Charles X. At the start of the book, the author introduces several key churches, including Saint-Antoine des Quinze-Vingts and the Sainte-Chapelle, detailing their histories and significance. Beale recounts the establishment of Saint-Antoine as a hospital for the blind by King Louis IX and highlights the architectural features of the Sainte-Chapelle, built to house holy relics. She emphasizes the intertwining of history and legend, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of the religious and social dimensions of Parisian churches across centuries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
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| LoC Class |
NA: Fine Arts: Architecture
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| Subject |
Church buildings -- France -- Paris
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| Subject |
Paris (France) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
39989 |
| Release Date |
Jun 14, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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