Historical Description of Westminster Abbey, Its Monuments and Curiosities

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Title Historical Description of Westminster Abbey, Its Monuments and Curiosities
Note Reading ease score: 67.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Historical Description of Westminster Abbey, Its Monuments and Curiosities" is a historical account that appears to have been written in the early 19th century. The work likely serves as a detailed guide for visitors to Westminster Abbey, illustrating its rich history, architectural features, and notable monuments. The book is poised to attract those interested in Britain's heritage, the history of architecture, or the significance of memorials within religious settings. The beginning of this account provides an overview of Westminster Abbey, touching on access and various services held within its walls. It introduces readers to the origin stories of the Abbey, including the miraculous tales surrounding its founding by King Sebert in the 6th century, and the subsequent renovations by notable monarchs such as Edward the Confessor and Henry III. The text discusses the architectural evolution of the Abbey over centuries and sets the scene for the detailed examinations of its monuments and chapels that follow, indicating that readers will learn about significant historical figures buried there, as well as the artistry of the architecture itself. (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 Westminster Abbey
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EBook-No. 41195
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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