""Sir Christopher Wren: His Family And His Times, 1585-1723"" is a historical book written by Lucy Phillimore in 1881. The book is a detailed account of the life and times of Sir Christopher Wren, one of the most renowned architects in British history. Phillimore provides a comprehensive overview of Wren's family history, tracing his lineage back to the 16th century. The book explores Wren's early life and education, including his studies at Oxford and his early work as a mathematician and astronomer. The book then delves into Wren's career as an architect, highlighting his most notable works including St. Paul's Cathedral and the Royal Naval College in Greenwich. Phillimore provides insights into the design and construction of these iconic buildings, as well as the challenges and controversies that Wren faced during their creation. In addition to Wren's architectural achievements, the book also examines his contributions to science and politics. Phillimore explores Wren's role in the Royal Society and his work as a physician, as well as his involvement in the rebuilding of London after the Great Fire of 1666. Overall, ""Sir Christopher Wren: His Family And His Times, 1585-1723"" is a comprehensive and informative account of one of Britain's most celebrated architects. It provides a fascinating insight into the life and times of Christopher Wren, as well as the cultural and political landscape of 17th century Britain.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.
