Staffordshire and the Gothic Revival
2006, 1st Edition. Ashbourne: Landmark Publishing, Ltd. Very good paperback copy. Particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Item #247128
Physical description: 157 pages., 8 p. of plates : ill. (some col.), 1 map, ports. ; 25 cm. Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index. Summary: Staffordshire was a cradle and finishing school for the Gothic revival (epitomised by the Houses of Parliament) which revolutionised the artistic taste of Victorian England. Five architects built their finest churches in Staffordshire and the story of each one is related in this book, with original source material and contemporary illustrations. Subjects: Church architecture — England — Staffordshire — History — 19th century. Gothic revival (Architecture). Local history. Photographs: collections. Genre: Bibliography. Illustrated text.
Price: €60.00