Ancient Stone Crosses of England (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781564598172)

Ancient Stone Crosses of England is a book written by Alfred Rimmer that delves into the history and significance of the stone crosses found throughout England. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the different types of crosses, their origins, and their symbolism. Rimmer also explores the various locations of the crosses and their connection to the landscape and the communities that built them. The book features detailed illustrations and photographs of the crosses, as well as maps and diagrams to aid in understanding their placement and design. Overall, Ancient Stone Crosses of England is a fascinating exploration of the rich cultural heritage of England and the enduring legacy of these ancient monuments.1875. Contents: English Architecture; Universal use of the Cross in the Early Ages of our Era; Destruction of Crosses; The Eleanor Crosses; Newark Cross; Instructiveness of Stone Crosses; Ancient Forms of Crosses; Crosses of England; 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.

Author: Alfred Rimmer
ISBN-10: 1564598179
ISBN-13: 9781564598172
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/01/1996
Pages: 172
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 10.74h x 7.94w x 0.39d