Publisher's Synopsis
""A History of the Architecture of the Abbey Church of St. Alban: With Special Reference to the Norman Structure"" is a book written by John Chessell Buckler and first published in 1847. The book provides a comprehensive account of the architectural history of the Abbey Church of St. Alban, a historic church located in St. Albans, England. The focus of the book is on the Norman structure of the church, which was built in the 11th century and is considered one of the best examples of Norman architecture in England. The book covers the history of the church from its origins in the Roman period to the present day, with a particular emphasis on the Norman period. It includes detailed descriptions of the architecture, including the nave, transepts, choir, and tower, as well as the various renovations and alterations that have been made over the centuries. The book is an important resource for historians, architects, and anyone interested in the history of St. Albans and the development of Norman architecture in England.""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.
