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Addleshaw, Percy
1866
1916
Hemingway, Percy
Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Exeter
A Description of Its Fabric and a Brief History of the Episcopal See
Reading ease score: 70.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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"Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Exeter" by Percy Addleshaw is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work provides an in-depth exploration of Exeter Cathedral, focusing on its architectural details, historical significance, and the lives of notable bishops associated with its development. It serves as both a guide and a record of the church's evolution over the centuries. The opening of the text introduces the cathedral's historical importance, noting its representation of the spiritual and artistic endeavors of past generations. It discusses the various phases of construction and enhancement of the cathedral, mentioning early bishops like Leofric and Warelwast, who initiated key developments. The account emphasizes the cathedral's unique position and beauty within Exeter and the rich history that it embodies as a monumental symbol of faith and community. The text sets the groundwork for detailed examinations of the cathedral's various architectural features and the historical narrative intertwined with its construction. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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