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The 50 Greatest Churches and Cathedrals of Great Britain
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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The 50 Greatest Churches and Cathedrals of Great Britain
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Sue Dobson
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Series | The 50 |
Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:256 | Dimensions(mm): Height 197,Width 130 |
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Category/Genre | Religious buildings Museum, historic sites, gallery and art guides |
ISBN/Barcode |
9781785784873
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Classifications | Dewey:726.50941 |
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Illustrations |
Illustrations, black & white
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Icon Books
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Imprint |
Icon Books
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Publication Date |
9 May 2019 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Britain is well-known for its churches and cathedrals; buildings of great architecture and religious grandeur that form many of our recognisable skylines.But these grand structures are also full of facts, histories and stories that you may not have been aware of. Did you know that there are only three cathedrals in Britain without a ringing bell? Or that St Davids Cathedral, nestled away in a Welsh valley, has a very unique choir, where the top line is sung only by female choristers, aged eight to eighteen? How about that the Great Pyramids in Egypt were the world's tallest structures for over 3,870 years, until the construction of Lincoln Cathedral in 1311? Award-wining travel writer and editor Sue Dobson takes us on a journey around the United Kingdom, showing us her highlights while providing fascinating details and stories along the way.
Author Biography
Sue Dobson is an award-winning travel writer and magazine editor with a passion for discovering the world, its art, music, religions and cultures. Her love of cities is balanced by the joy of landscapes as diverse as deserts and mountains. She is the author of The 50 Greatest Churches and Cathedrals of the World.
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