English Churches History in 100 Objects

National Churches Trust
Spanning the 1st to the 21st centuries, an absorbing and lavishly illustrated history of English churches highlighting 100 key objects. Fascinating artefacts and architectural details showcase a diverse mix of churches across the country. Includes the Christ Mosaic at Hinton St Mary, Dorset, which is the earliest representation of Christ in Britain; the Water Newton Hoard, Cambridgeshire, the earliest Christian silverware found in the Roman Empire; Bewcastle in Cumbria's intricately carved 8th century Cross; a stained glass window at Enville, Staffordshire which was created to mark the Millennium; the modern design of Stanbrook Abbey at Wass, North Yorkshire as an abbey for the 21st century; and a stone carving of Queen Elizabeth II at Chichester Cathedral, West Sussex, from 2000. Colourful photographs capture architecture, statuary, stained glass, carvings, and more; each object testifying to the history and development of the English church. Published in association with the National Churches Trust, supporting the preservation and appreciation of church heritage.

Hardback
24 x 19cm
224 pages
Illustrated throughout with colour photographs
FSC accredited paper