The Bronze Doors Of The Abbey Of Monte Cassino And Of Saint Paul's, Rome (1915) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164830368)

The Bronze Doors of the Abbey of Monte Cassino and of Saint Paul's, Rome is a historical book written by Thomas Jex Preston Jr. and published in 1915. The book provides a detailed description of the two famous bronze doors located in the Abbey of Monte Cassino and Saint Paul's in Rome. The author takes the reader on a journey through the history of the doors, starting with their origins in the 11th century and tracing their journey through the centuries. He explores the artistry and craftsmanship that went into creating these magnificent doors, and the symbolism and religious significance behind them.The book also delves into the turbulent history of the two locations, including their destruction and reconstruction over the years. The author provides a fascinating insight into the role that the doors played in these historical events.The Bronze Doors of the Abbey of Monte Cassino and of Saint Paul's, Rome is a must-read for anyone interested in history, art, and religion. The book is beautifully written and provides a comprehensive overview of these iconic doors, making it an essential addition to any library.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: Thomas Jex Jr. Preston
ISBN-10: 1164830368
ISBN-13: 9781164830368
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 76
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.32lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.16d