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The Historical Growth of the English Parish Church

by A. Hamilton Thompson

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A leading medieval historian explains how English parish churches took the shapes we see today. Thompson follows their development from simple early plans, through the founding of chantry chapels and the addition of towers, porches and larger chancels, to the furnishing of the medieval interior, with examples such as the great guild porch at Cirencester.

A compact, expert companion for anyone who enjoys exploring old English churches. Download the free EPUB.

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