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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 devastation wrought by the Great Fire of London and the Blitz, these sacred edifices have been painstakingly restored or rebuilt, weaving a captivating narrative of resilience and renewal.
This lavishly illustrated tome showcases architectural masterpieces from luminaries such as Sir Christopher Wren, Nicholas Hawksmoor, James Gibbs, William Butterfield, and Edwin Lutyens, among others. From the celebrated St Bartholomew the Great and Christ Church Spitalfields to hidden treasures like St Mary Woolnoth and St. Jude's in Hampstead Garden Suburb, each church is brought to life through stunning imagery and detailed historical accounts.
Discover how these hallowed structures are inextricably woven into the fabric of London's identity, touching upon themes as diverse as devastation and plague, arts and literature, religion and politics, and the city's ever-evolving infrastructure and skyline. Whether you're a history enthusiast, an architecture aficionado, or simply seeking to explore London's spiritual essence, this comprehensive guide is an indispensable companion.
Book ISBN: | 9780711269231 |
Book Author: | Derry Brabbs |
Book Format: | Hardback |
Book Imprint: | Frances Lincoln |
Book Publisher: | Quarto Publishing PLC |
Book Dimensions: | 261 x 313 x 29 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2024-09-26 |
Book Pagination: | 272 pages, 200 colour photos |
Book Weight: | 1900g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’