English Churches Explained

England's Living History

by Trevor Yorke

The local church is a familiar landmark in every town, city and village. The story of its past is the story of the people for whom, down the centuries, it was the centre of the community. But how many people actually understand the reason for it being built in that particular place, how it was constructed, or why it was decorated in such a style? Discovering this information can sometimes be difficult due to the diversity of local building materials used, and to the renovation and rebuilding of more recent years. But there are always clues, both inside and outside. In this informative guide, Trevor Yorke places the period styles of church fabric and decoration into an easy to read form that is packed with photographs, pictures, and diagrams. His simple but graphic approach will be welcomed by all for whom a visit to a church is also a brief journey through time itself.

129 pages, Paperback

First published May 20, 2010

Reviews

[Marie Leverett · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you enjoy visiting churches and are interested in understanding how to read their history by looking at and examining them, this is a great little book. For its size (120 pages) it packs in a huge amount of information. With photographs, reconstruction drawings and simple diagrams used to clearly illustrate each architectural period, it’s the perfect starter book for anyone interested in churches.

[KD · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant book and super accessible for those without an architecture degree
A special gift from someone who knows me very very well!