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Title: The Baronial Halls, and Ancient Picturesque Edifices of England; Vol. 1 of 2

Note: Reading ease score: 61.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images available at The Internet Archive)

Summary: "The Baronial Halls, and Ancient Picturesque Edifices of England; Vol. 1 of 2" is an illustrated historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work explores and describes various historic homes and edifices of England, particularly focusing on their architectural significance and the rich history surrounding them. It serves as a tribute to the country’s heritage and the aesthetic beauty of its ancient structures. The opening portion introduces the reader to Holland House in Middlesex, an exquisite example of a baronial mansion from the era of James I. The author provides a vivid description of its location, architecture, and the surrounding gardens, detailing its historical significance and the notable figures associated with it throughout the centuries. Furthermore, the narrative emphasizes the ongoing threat from modern development to such historic sites, leaving readers with a poignant sense of nostalgia for England’s past. The text sets the stage for a deeper exploration of similar edifices, promising a rich visual and historical journey through England’s architectural legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Hall, S. C. (Samuel Carter), 1800-1889

EBook No.: 63481

Published: Oct 17, 2020

Downloads: 68

Language: English

Subject: Historic buildings -- England

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Baronial Halls, and Ancient Picturesque Edifices of England; Vol. 1 of 2

Note: Reading ease score: 61.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images available at The Internet Archive)

Summary: "The Baronial Halls, and Ancient Picturesque Edifices of England; Vol. 1 of 2" is an illustrated historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work explores and describes various historic homes and edifices of England, particularly focusing on their architectural significance and the rich history surrounding them. It serves as a tribute to the country’s heritage and the aesthetic beauty of its ancient structures. The opening portion introduces the reader to Holland House in Middlesex, an exquisite example of a baronial mansion from the era of James I. The author provides a vivid description of its location, architecture, and the surrounding gardens, detailing its historical significance and the notable figures associated with it throughout the centuries. Furthermore, the narrative emphasizes the ongoing threat from modern development to such historic sites, leaving readers with a poignant sense of nostalgia for England’s past. The text sets the stage for a deeper exploration of similar edifices, promising a rich visual and historical journey through England’s architectural legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Hall, S. C. (Samuel Carter), 1800-1889

EBook No.: 63481

Published: Oct 17, 2020

Downloads: 68

Language: English

Subject: Historic buildings -- England

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.