The Churches of Coventry: A Short History of the City & Its Medieval Remains
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"The Churches of Coventry: A Short History of the City & Its Medieval Remains" by Frederic W. Woodhouse is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work provides an in-depth exploration of the architectural and social significance of Coventry's medieval churches and their relationship to the city's history, particularly through the lens of monastic influence and urban development. At the start of the text, Woodhouse outlines the historical context
of Coventry, touching on its foundational events involving significant figures such as Earl Leofric and Countess Godiva. He discusses the city's medieval period, highlighting its role as a marketplace and a site of important trade and religious life. The author establishes a connection between the city’s growth and the establishment of its monasteries, detailing the evolution of its churches and the societal framework surrounding their construction and maintenance. The opening sets the stage for a thematic exploration of the churches that embody the cultural and historical legacy of Coventry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Woodhouse, Frederic W. |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | w10000116 |
| Title | The Churches of Coventry: A Short History of the City & Its Medieval Remains |
| Credits |
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Keith M. Eckrich, Jeannie Howse and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NA: Fine Arts: Architecture |
| Subject | Coventry (England) -- History |
| Subject | Churches -- England -- Coventry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 11403 |
| Release Date | Feb 11, 2007 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 620 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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