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Church Monuments (Shire Library)
Brian Kemp
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Description for Church Monuments (Shire Library)
Paperback. A great number of monuments dating from the twelfth to the twentieth centuries can be seen in cathedrals and churches throughout England, and they make up a valuable part of the country's cultural heritage. This title includes numerous illustrations and a list of places where interesting examples can be found. Series: Shire Library. Num Pages: 32 pages, 55 illustrations. BIC Classification: AMN; HRC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 150 x 146 x 3. Weight in Grams: 96.
A great number of monuments dating from the twelfth to the twentieth centuries can be seen in cathedrals and churches throughout England, and they make up a valuable part of the country's cultural heritage. Not only are they important as works of art, but they also throw light on many aspects of English history and life. Brian Kemp introduces the subject of English church monuments, detailing everything from matters of conservation and the making of monuments to historical developments, the changing forms and attitudes of effigies, and the symbolism of death and immortality. This title includes numerous illustrations and a ... Read more
A great number of monuments dating from the twelfth to the twentieth centuries can be seen in cathedrals and churches throughout England, and they make up a valuable part of the country's cultural heritage. Not only are they important as works of art, but they also throw light on many aspects of English history and life. Brian Kemp introduces the subject of English church monuments, detailing everything from matters of conservation and the making of monuments to historical developments, the changing forms and attitudes of effigies, and the symbolism of death and immortality. This title includes numerous illustrations and a ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Shire Publications
Number of pages
32
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Series
Shire Library
Condition
New
Number of Pages
32
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780852637685
SKU
9780852637685
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About Brian Kemp
Brian Kemp is a Professor of History at Reading University, a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries and a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society. He read history at Reading University and, in 1966 was awarded his PhD for a thesis on the history of Reading Abbey. His interest in monuments began in his teens with the hobby of brass-rubbing, ... Read more
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