Architecture - Buildings - Religious

Following in the footsteps of his father, George Petrie (1790-1866) devoted his early life to art. However, as he toured Ireland and painted historic monuments, his interest in his country's antiquities began to grow, and his research into the origin and uses of Irish...

Drawing on thirty-five years of experience, and involvement in groundbreaking museums, Gurian presents twenty-two essays that explore the possibilities for making museums more central and relevant to society. Both students and professional in the field will find this of immense interest.Author: Elaine Heumann GurianISBN-10:...

Medieval Church Symbolism explores the ways in which the Medieval church building and key features of it were used as symbols, particularly to represent different relationships within the Church and the virtues of living a Christian life. Author: Mark SpurrellISBN-10: 0367025221ISBN-13: 9780367025229Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

Author: Richard ReisemISBN-10: 1532365152ISBN-13: 9781532365157Publisher: Landmark Society of Western NYLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2018Pages: 230Format: SpiralWeight: 1.15lbsSize: 8.60h x 6.60w x 0.70d

The Loss of H.M.S. Captain: Illustrating a New Principle of Naval Architecture is a book written by Edmund Gardiner Fishbourne in 1870. The book is a detailed account of the sinking of the HMS Captain, a British warship that sank in 1870 due to...

The California missions are the cathedrals of the New World. They were built under the direction of the adventurous padres who braved the hardships of the New World and organized an existing agrarian culture to produce viable military, commercial, and religious centers. Even though...

Originally published in 1912, this volume provides a detailed and enthusiastically written history of Britain's churches and their churchyards. With particular emphasis on the concept of 'folk memory', a diminishing means of recalling and understanding the past, Johnson's study looks at material archaeological discoveries...

Landmarks of the human spirit "Emphasizes the importance of many Spanish Colonial sites and puts them in context with American History."--Donald A. Crichlow, architectRed-ochre burial mounds, mysterious artifacts in ponds, giant circles carved in limestone, Spanish mission chapels, frontier houses of worship, gothic cathedrals,...

The three essays in this book place more emphasis on the role of early modern women in the Ottoman imperial harem and their counterparts in Italy, influential wives and nuns. The discussion also engages in the correspondence between Safiye Sultan and Elizabeth I establishing...

Elisabeth explains the place of St Hilda's church in the history of Christianity in our region in a way that really helps us imagine the very different lives that people who were otherwise like us lived. This history includes the relationship of this church...

Beginning Again with the Classical Orders reconsiders well-established understandings of the Corinthian, Doric, and Ionic architectural orders that emerged during the Archaic and Classical periods in ancient Greece. The orders were significant not only in architecture, but also in myth and ritual, cosmology, and...

From Book's Foreward What so strongly attracted me in Patrick Geddes when I came to know him in India was, not his scientific achievements, but, on the contrary, the rare fact of the fullness of his personality rising far above his science. Whatever subjects...

A fascinating exploration of how the transcendent is expressed in the spatial sensibility of premodern Islam.This fascinating interdisciplinary study reveals connections between architecture, cosmology, and mysticism. Samer Akkach demonstrates how space ordering in premodern Islamic architecture reflects the transcendental and the sublime. The book...

Jay Perdue has been involved in church acoustics for over twenty years and he holds several patents in architectural acoustics (more patents than anyone else in actual production of products). Jay's passion for worship and music in the church environment, as well as clarity...

Moslem Architecture: Its Origins and Development is a book written by Giovanni Teresio Rivoira and first published in 1918. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history and development of Islamic architecture, from its origins in the Arabian Peninsula to its spread throughout...

Elementary Remarks on Church Architecture is a book written by John Medley and published in 1841. The book provides a comprehensive overview of church architecture, focusing on the key elements that make up a church building. Medley covers topics such as the layout of...

Recognised by the UN's Sustainable Development Goals as a measure to make cities inclusive, safe and resilient, conservation of natural and cultural heritage has become an increasingly important issue across the globe. The equity principle of sustainable development necessitates that citizens hold the right...

Explore the rich history of London's iconic "St. Bartholomew's Priory Church Smithfield" with this meticulously detailed account. Authored by Normanus, this volume delves into the architectural and religious significance of St. Bartholomew's, placing it within the broader tapestry of English history. Beyond the Priory...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

A riveting exploration of how the Fatimid dynasty carefully orchestrated an architectural program that proclaimed their legitimacy This groundbreaking study investigates the early architecture of the Fatimids, an Ismaili Shi'i Muslim dynasty that dominated the Mediterranean world from the 10th to the 12th century....

The most sacred site of Islam, the Kaʿba (the granite cuboid structure at the centre of the Great Mosque of Mecca) is here investigated by examining six of its predominantly spatial effects: as the qibla (the direction faced in prayer); as the axis and...

Explore the architectural majesty and rich history of Gloucestershire's religious landmarks in "Bell's Cathedrals: The Abbey Church of Tewkesbury, with some Account of the Priory Church of Deerhurst Gloucestershire," by H. J. L. J. Masse. This meticulously prepared account delves into the Abbey Church...

A fully illustrated guide to the Anglican and Roman Catholic parish churches of Greater London, describing their historical and architectural significance.Author: Michael HodgesISBN-10: 0946694087ISBN-13: 9780946694082Publisher: Lutterworth PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/2017Pages: 452Format: Paperback

Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church Of Lichfield: A Description Of Its Fabric And A Brief History Of The Episcopal See This book is a result of an effort made by us towards making a contribution to the preservation and repair of original classic literature....

Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church Of Wells: A Description Of Its Fabric And A Brief History Of The Episcopal See This book is a result of an effort made by us towards making a contribution to the preservation and repair of original classic literature....

Discover the rich history and architectural splendor of the Church of Notre-Dame of Montreal with this descriptive notice by G. Vekeman. This historical account offers a detailed exploration of one of Canada's most iconic religious landmarks. Journey through time as you learn about the...

Explore the historical and architectural wonders of Winchester with this comprehensive guide to Winchester Cathedral, Winchester College, St. Cross, and other notable sites. Delve into the rich history and stunning beauty of these iconic landmarks, uncovering fascinating stories and architectural details at every turn.This...

""Beautiful Houses, A Study In House Building: Foreign Examples In Domestic Architecture, A Collection Of American House Plans, Materials And Details For The Artistic House Builder, The Architect"" is a book written by Louis H. Gibson in 1895. The book explores the art of...

Architectural Symbolism is a book written by H. Stanley Redgrove that explores the use of symbols in architecture. The book delves into the history of symbolism in architecture, examining how ancient cultures used symbols to convey meaning in their buildings. Redgrove also explores the...

Title: Churches and Castles of Medi val France ... Illustrated.Publisher: British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the world's largest research libraries holding over 150 million items in all known languages and...

""Irish Ecclesiastical Architecture: With Some Notice Of Similar Or Related Work In England, Scotland, And Elsewhere"" is a book written by Arthur Charles Champneys in 1910. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history and development of Irish ecclesiastical architecture, including churches, cathedrals,...

1894. Sancta Sophia is the most interesting building on the world's surface. Like Karnak in Egypt, or the Athenian Parthenon, it is one of the four great pinnacles of architecture, but unlike them this is no ruin, nor does it belong to a past...

Explore the rich history of Scotland's religious heritage through "The ecclesiastical architecture of Scotland from the earliest," a meticulously prepared print republication of Thomas Ross's definitive work. This comprehensive study delves into the evolution of church architecture across Scotland, examining religious buildings from their...

Journey through Italy's rich architectural and religious history with William Wiehe Collins' "Cathedral Cities of Italy." This carefully prepared print republication offers readers a glimpse into the majestic cathedrals and churches that define Italy's cultural landscape. Explore the intricate details and historical significance of...

The History of Religious Architecture by Ernest H. Short is a comprehensive book that explores the evolution of religious architecture throughout history. The book covers a wide range of religious traditions, including Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Judaism. The author provides an in-depth analysis...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

Have you, as a casual or regular tourist, returning from a strenuous entourage ever faced a zesty situation of having missed to see some characteristically important features at one or more places? No need to worry. This book saves you from such piquant situations.The...

Volume 2: Finds from the excavations 1999-2003University of Southampton Series in Archaeology No. 6Between 1999 and 2003 the University of Southampton conducted excavations on the site of Quseir al-Qadim (western shores of the Red Sea), a place that had not been examined since the...

Explore the architectural wonders of the world in "Turrets, towers, and temples: The great buildings of the world, as seen and described by famous writers." This collection brings together travel writing and cultural history, offering vivid descriptions of famous cathedrals and other significant religious...

Explore the architectural marvel that is "The Church of Sancta Sophia, Constantinople: A Study of Byzantine Building," by William Richard Lethaby and Harold Swainson. This meticulously prepared print edition delves into the history and design of the magnificent Sancta Sophia, also known as Hagia...

Explore the grandeur and history of Great Britain's most magnificent cathedrals in "The Cathedrals of Great Britain: Their History and Architecture" by P. H. Ditchfield. This meticulously prepared reprint offers a detailed examination of the architecture and rich past of these iconic religious structures....

Explore the rich history and stunning architecture of "San Xavier Del Bac, Arizona: A Descriptive and Historical Guide." Brought to you by the Arizona Pioneers Historical Society, this meticulously researched volume offers a comprehensive look at the Mission San Xavier del Bac, a landmark...

Explore the historical significance of church architecture with A. Welby Pugin's "A Treatise on Chancel Screens and Rood Lofts: Their Antiquity, Use, and Symbolic Signification." This meticulously prepared edition delves into the history, purpose, and symbolic meaning of these pivotal features in ecclesiastical architecture....

Explore the architectural marvels of the ancient Middle East with Gertrude Lowthian Bell's "Palace and Mosque at Ukhaidir: A Study in Early Mohammadan Architecture." This meticulously researched volume delves into the historical significance and stunning artistry of Ukhaidir, offering a detailed examination of its...

Explore the stunning architecture and rich history of cathedrals in England through the eyes of two knowledgeable guides. This two-volume set covers the major cathedrals of England, from Canterbury to Durham, with detailed descriptions and illustrations of each. Perfect for lovers of history, architecture,...

The Church Builder is a guidebook intended to help architects and builders create churches that are beautiful, functional, and in line with Church of England traditions. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in church building and design.This work has been selected...

Explore the fascinating world of ecclesiology with this definitive guide to the architecture, design, and history of churches and other religious structures. With stunning photography and detailed analysis, this book is essential reading for anyone with an interest in the art, culture, and history...

This beautifully illustrated book provides an intimate look at some of the world's most famous cathedrals, as described by some of the greatest writers of all time. From the soaring arches of Notre-Dame to the intricate carvings of York Minster, each cathedral is presented...

Take a detailed look at the three major styles of English church architecture with this comprehensive guide to designing parish buildings. Featuring in-depth analysis and stunning illustrations, this book is an essential resource for architects, builders, and anyone interested in the rich history of...