Publisher's Synopsis
The Benedictine Abbey of SS. Mary, Peter, and Paul, at Pershore, Worcestershire is a historical book written by Francis Baugh Andrews in 1901. The book is an in-depth study of the Benedictine Abbey located in Pershore, Worcestershire, England. The author provides a detailed account of the history of the abbey, its architecture, and the daily life of the monks who lived there.The book begins with an introduction to the history of the abbey, including its founding in the 7th century and its subsequent destruction during the Reformation. The author then goes on to describe the architecture of the abbey, including its chapel, cloisters, and other buildings. He provides detailed descriptions of the various features of the abbey, such as the stained glass windows, the tombs of the abbots, and the carvings on the stone walls.In addition to the architecture, the author also provides a detailed account of the daily life of the monks who lived at the abbey. He describes their daily routines, their duties, and their spiritual practices. The author also provides information on the various industries that were established at the abbey, such as the production of wool and the cultivation of crops.Overall, The Benedictine Abbey of SS. Mary, Peter, and Paul, at Pershore, Worcestershire is a comprehensive study of one of England's most important historical sites. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Benedictine order or the history of England during the medieval period.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.