Under the Dome of St. Paul’s: A Story of Sir Christopher Wren’s Days (1898)

Under the Dome of St. Paul's: A Story of Sir Christopher Wren's Days is a historical fiction novel written by Emma Marshall and published in 1898. The book is set in the 17th century and tells the story of Sir Christopher Wren, the famous English architect who designed St. Paul's Cathedral in London. The novel follows the life of Wren as he navigates the political and social landscape of his time, including the Great Fire of London and the rebuilding of the city. The story is told through the eyes of a young girl named Nan, who works as a maid in St. Paul's Cathedral and becomes a witness to Wren's creative process and the challenges he faces in building the iconic structure. The book is a vivid portrayal of the historical events and people of the time and offers a glimpse into the life of one of England's most celebrated architects.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.