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Morris, Percy C.
The Chapel of the Holy Spirit in the Church of St. Peter's, Cranley Gardens, S.W.
Transcribed from the 1909 edition by David Price. Many thanks to the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Libraries, Local Studies department, for allowing their copy to be used for this transcription
"The Chapel of the Holy Spirit in the Church of St. Peter's, Cranley Gardens, S.W." by Percy C. Morris is a descriptive account centered on a religious chapel, written in the early 20th century. This book serves as both a historical document and a piece of architectural commentary, celebrating the consecration of the chapel in May 1909 and detailing its design, purpose, and significance within the Church. Likely aimed at parishioners and students of architecture, it discusses the chapel's devotional intent and its design elements, emphasizing its dedication to the Holy Spirit. In the book, Morris provides a comprehensive exploration of the chapel's architectural features, such as its groined roof adorned with intricate carvings and stained glass windows that illustrate biblical themes. He describes the chapel's layout, from the altar and its furnishings to the symbolic sculptures and decorative elements that reflect Christian beliefs. By emphasizing the personal connections of its donors—descendants of earlier New England settlers who maintained ties to English traditions—Morris conveys the chapel's significance as a memorial and a spiritual space designed for the worship and administration of the Holy Communion. Through detailed descriptions, the text captures the essence of a site intended for divine connection and reflection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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