Publisher's Synopsis
The Temple Church by C.G. Addison is a comprehensive guide to the history, architecture, and significance of the Temple Church in London. The book provides a detailed account of the church's origins, from its foundation as the headquarters of the Knights Templar in the 12th century to its role as a center of legal and religious activity in modern times. The author also explores the unique features of the church's design, including its circular nave and effigies of knights, and delves into the symbolism and meaning behind its artwork and decorations. With vivid descriptions and detailed illustrations, The Temple Church is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of medieval England.1843. This volume contains a short historical and descriptive account of the venerable building, the Temple Church, and of that extraordinary religio- military order of monks and warriors by whom it was erected. Gorgeously illustrated.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.
