St. Paul's The Story of the Cathedral |
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| Author:
| Saunders, Ann |
| ISBN: | 978-1-85585-896-1 |
| Publication Date: | Nov 2001 |
| Publisher: | Pavilion Books
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| Imprint: | Collins & Brown |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $45.00 |
Book Description:
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St Paul's Cathedral, at the heart of the City of London, is a building of immense dignity. Wren's architecture is imposing in its scale and baroque splendour, and the cathedral has a strong spiritual presence. It also has associations with many of the important people and events in Britain's history. Wren's work and the work of his builders and craftsmen are described in authoritative detail, as is the contribution of later artists and restoration experts. the specially commissioned...
More DescriptionSt Paul's Cathedral, at the heart of the City of London, is a building of immense dignity. Wren's architecture is imposing in its scale and baroque splendour, and the cathedral has a strong spiritual presence. It also has associations with many of the important people and events in Britain's history. Wren's work and the work of his builders and craftsmen are described in authoritative detail, as is the contribution of later artists and restoration experts. the specially commissioned photographs capture the character of the cathedral: its architecture, the detail of its decoration and the accumulation of monuments. this book presents a unique insight into one of England's best-loved and most visited places.