Publisher's Synopsis
""A Brief History and Description of the Conventual and Cathedral Church of the Holy Trinity, Ely"" is a book written by John William Hewett in 1848. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history and architecture of the Holy Trinity Church in Ely, England. The church was originally a Benedictine monastery founded in the 7th century, but it was later converted into a cathedral in the 11th century. The book covers the various architectural styles of the church, including the Norman, Early English, and Decorated styles. It also describes the various additions and renovations made to the church over the centuries, including the construction of the Lady Chapel and the installation of stained glass windows. In addition to the architectural history of the church, the book also provides information on the religious significance of the site. It details the various religious orders that have occupied the church over the centuries and describes the important events that have taken place there, such as the consecration of bishops and the coronation of kings. Overall, ""A Brief History and Description of the Conventual and Cathedral Church of the Holy Trinity, Ely"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English religious architecture and the significance of the Holy Trinity Church in Ely.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
