The Cathedral Church of Winchester: A Description of Its Fabric and a Brief History of the Episcopal See (1899)

Philip Walsingham Sergeant

The Cathedral Church of Winchester: A Description of Its Fabric and a Brief History of the Episcopal See (1899)
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing
Country
United States
Published
1 May 2009
Pages
148
ISBN
9781104482565

The Cathedral Church of Winchester: A Description of Its Fabric and a Brief History of the Episcopal See (1899)

Philip Walsingham Sergeant

The Cathedral Church of Winchester is a comprehensive book written by Philip Walsingham Sergeant in 1899. The book provides a detailed description of the architectural fabric of the Cathedral Church of Winchester, one of the most significant religious buildings in England. In addition to that, the book also gives a brief history of the Episcopal See, which is the diocese of the Bishop of Winchester.The book covers various aspects of the cathedral's architecture, including the nave, transepts, choir, Lady Chapel, and the cloisters. It provides a comprehensive overview of the construction and design of the cathedral, including the various styles of architecture used, such as Norman, Gothic, and Renaissance.Moreover, the book also delves into the history of the cathedral, tracing its origins back to the 7th century when the first church was built on the site. It covers the various phases of construction and renovation that the cathedral underwent over the centuries, including the major restoration work carried out in the 19th century.The book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history and architecture of the Cathedral Church of Winchester. It is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and lay readers. The numerous illustrations and photographs included in the book add to its value as a visual guide to the cathedral's architecture and history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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