Publisher's Synopsis
""A Historical Description of Westminster Abbey: Its Monuments and Curiosities"" is a comprehensive guide to one of England's most iconic landmarks. Written by an anonymous author, the book provides a detailed history of Westminster Abbey, from its origins as a Benedictine monastery in the 10th century to its current status as a royal church and popular tourist destination. The book also includes descriptions of the various monuments and memorials located within the Abbey, including those dedicated to famous figures such as Isaac Newton, William Shakespeare, and Winston Churchill. Additionally, readers will learn about the various curiosities and oddities found within the Abbey, such as the Coronation Chair and the mysterious ""unknown warrior"" buried within the church. With its engaging prose and rich historical detail, ""A Historical Description of Westminster Abbey: Its Monuments and Curiosities"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of England.1846. A guidebook for the visitor to Westminister Abbey, which advises that the best way to view the entire abbey is to enter through the Poet's-Corner and then offers descriptions in detail of the nine chapels which include: St. Benedict; St. Edmund; St. Nicholas; Henry VII; St. Paul; St. Edward the Confessor; St. Erasmus; Islip's Chapel, dedicated to St. John the Evangelist; and St. John, St. Michael, and St. Andrew.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
