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Title:
The Cathedral Church of Peterborough
A Description Of Its Fabric And A Brief History Of The Episcopal See
Note: Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Summary: "The Cathedral Church of Peterborough" by W. D. Sweeting is a historical account written in the late 19th century that provides a detailed description of the architecture and history of Peterborough Cathedral. The text focuses on the evolution of the cathedral from its origins as a monastery, detailing the significant architectural features and historical events that shaped its development over the centuries. The opening of the book introduces the cathedral's historical significance, emphasizing its role as a monastic borough and the various changes it underwent from its foundation to its present status. Sweeting mentions important figures in the church's history, such as Peada, the founding king, and discusses the architectural characteristics of the cathedral, highlighting both its external majesty, especially the west front, and its interior design. The beginning sets the stage for a thorough exploration of both the physical structure and the rich historical narrative that surrounds the Cathedral Church of Peterborough. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Sweeting, W. D. (Walter Debenham), 1839-1913
EBook No.: 13618
Published: Oct 5, 2004
Downloads: 98
Language: English
Subject: Peterborough Cathedral
LoCC: Fine Arts: Architecture
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
The Cathedral Church of Peterborough
A Description Of Its Fabric And A Brief History Of The Episcopal See
Note: Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Summary: "The Cathedral Church of Peterborough" by W. D. Sweeting is a historical account written in the late 19th century that provides a detailed description of the architecture and history of Peterborough Cathedral. The text focuses on the evolution of the cathedral from its origins as a monastery, detailing the significant architectural features and historical events that shaped its development over the centuries. The opening of the book introduces the cathedral's historical significance, emphasizing its role as a monastic borough and the various changes it underwent from its foundation to its present status. Sweeting mentions important figures in the church's history, such as Peada, the founding king, and discusses the architectural characteristics of the cathedral, highlighting both its external majesty, especially the west front, and its interior design. The beginning sets the stage for a thorough exploration of both the physical structure and the rich historical narrative that surrounds the Cathedral Church of Peterborough. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Sweeting, W. D. (Walter Debenham), 1839-1913
EBook No.: 13618
Published: Oct 5, 2004
Downloads: 98
Language: English
Subject: Peterborough Cathedral
LoCC: Fine Arts: Architecture
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.