A Guide to Peterborough Cathedral by George S. Phillips
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| Author | Phillips, George S. (George Searle), 1815-1889 |
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| Title |
A Guide to Peterborough Cathedral
Comprising a brief history of the monastery from its foundation to the present time, with a descriptive account of its architectural peculiarities and recent improvements; compiled from the works of Gunton, Britton, and original & authentic documents |
| Alternate Title | The New Guide to Peterborough Cathedral |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland and the Online Distributed
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| Summary | "A Guide to Peterborough Cathedral" by George S. Phillips is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This guidebook provides readers with a comprehensive overview of the rich history of the Peterborough Cathedral and its monastery, detailing significant architectural features and improvements made over the centuries. It explores the foundation of the original monastic institution, notable events in its history, and the transformation of the site through various architectural styles. The opening of the guide delves into the early history of the monastery, beginning with its foundation by King Peada of Mercia in A.D. 655. Phillips recounts the monastery's continued significance through its connections to various historical figures and events, emphasizing its resilience through multiple invasions, including those by the Danes. The narrative highlights the founding abbot, Saxulf, and subsequent abbots who shaped the monastery's development, detailing their contributions and the challenges they faced, thereby setting a foundation for readers to appreciate the enduring legacy of Peterborough Cathedral. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| LoC Class | NA: Fine Arts: Architecture |
| Subject | Peterborough Cathedral -- History |
| Subject | Peterborough Cathedral -- Guidebooks |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 20967 |
| Release Date | Apr 3, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 99 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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