Historic Architecture Books
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Steeple Chasing : Around Britain by Church
The Sunday Times paperback bestseller and Waterstones Non-Fiction Book of the Month*Featuring a brand new chapter!*'Never have the joys of exploring the churches and cathedrals of this country been so vividly conveyed as they are in this engaging and elegiac book.' - New Statesman...- £10.99 GBP
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A Tomb With a View - The Stories & Glories of Graveyards : Scottish Non-fiction Book of the Year 2021
Crowned the Scottish Non-Fiction Book of the Year 2021 and lauded by the Financial Times, i paper, and Stylist, Peter Ross's 'A Tomb With a View' is a captivating exploration of the world's final resting places. From the sombre fields of Flanders to the...- £10.99 GBP
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Church Going : A Stonemason's Guide to the Churches of the British Isles
Embark on a delightful and enlightening journey through our magnificent legacy of ancient churches. An essential read for anyone who's ever gazed bewildered at an apse or a misericord - Sir Tony Robinson Andrew Ziminski's works are veritable goldmines of practical and scholarly wisdom....- £25.00 GBP
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Venice
Widely regarded as a masterpiece of travel literature, 'Venice' defies conventional categorisation. Neither a guidebook nor a historical tome, it offers readers an exquisitely crafted immersion into the very essence of Venetian life and character, all set against the rich tapestry of the city's...- £10.99 GBP
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The History of England's Cathedrals
The first history of all the English cathedrals, from Birmingham and Bury St Edmunds to Worcester and York Minster � England's sixty-two Anglican and Catholic cathedrals are some of our most iconic buildings, attracting millions of worshippers and visitors every year. Yet although much...- £20.00 GBP
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The Palace : From the Tudors to the Windsors, 500 Years of History at Hampton Court
Step inside the grand halls and intimate chambers of Hampton Court Palace, where the stories of 500 years of British royalty unfold. In this captivating historical account, Gareth Russell takes you on a mesmerizing journey through the palace's storied past, from the tumultuous Tudor...- £10.99 GBP
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The Bookshop, The Draper, The Candlestick Maker : A History of the High Street
Annie Gray, hailed as 'the queen of food historians' by Lucy Worsley, transports us to the bustling thoroughfares of yesteryear in this meticulously researched and delightfully nostalgic tome. The Daily Mail lauds it as a work that 'whisks us back to medieval days', whilst...- £22.00 GBP
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Great Churches of London
Embark on a grand journey through London's magnificent churches, exploring the finest examples of religious architecture in England. This illuminating guide, featuring exquisite photographs by the renowned Derry Brabbs, delves into a rich history spanning from medieval times to the present day. Despite the...- £35.00 GBP
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Back to the Local
Hailed as 'perhaps the most charming and evocative tome ever penned on the English pub' by Slightly Foxed, Maurice Gorham's 'Back to the Local' is a delightful journey through London's post-war drinking establishments. This nostalgic exploration, adorned with Edward Ardizzone's atmospheric illustrations, offers a...- £10.00 GBP
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Sir Edwin Lutyens : Britain's Greatest Architect?
Clive Aslet's "Sir Edwin Lutyens: Britain's Greatest Architect?" offers a fresh perspective on one of the 20th century's most influential architects. Sir Edwin Lutyens (1869-1944) left an indelible mark on British architecture, from his enchanting Edwardian country houses to the poignant war memorials that...- £20.00 GBP
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On The Roof : A Thatcher's Journey
The reed goes on, the reed comes off. The reed rots and returns to the earth. The houses we work on outlast us. The thatch we use has never stood still. On The Roof is a thatcher's tale - a journey of discovery, and...- £18.99 GBP
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A Short History of British Architecture : From Stonehenge to the Shard
In this captivating exploration of British architecture, Simon Jenkins presents a fresh perspective on the nation's built environment. With his characteristic flair and insight, Jenkins challenges long-held beliefs and invites readers to view the architectural landscape of Britain through a new lens. A Short...- £26.99 GBP
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The Poetics of Space
Beloved and contemplated by philosophers, architects, writers, and literary theorists alike, Bachelard's lyrical, landmark work examines the places in which we place our conscious and unconscious thoughts and guides us through a stream of cerebral meditations on poetry, art, and the blooming of consciousness...- £12.99 GBP
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