Publisher's Synopsis
""Architecture In The Age Of Charlemagne"" is a book written by Ralph Adams Cram that explores the architectural achievements of the Carolingian Empire during the reign of Charlemagne. The book delves into the cultural, political, and religious aspects that influenced the architecture of this period, including the revival of classical forms and the development of new architectural styles. Cram examines the construction of notable buildings such as the Palatine Chapel in Aachen and the Abbey of Saint Gall, as well as the use of innovative building techniques and materials. The author also discusses the role of architecture in the propagation of Christianity and the establishment of the Holy Roman Empire. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the architectural legacy of the Carolingian Empire and its impact on the development of European architecture.THIS 34 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Substance of Gothic: Six Lectures on the Development of Architecture from Charlemagne to Henry VIII, by Ralph Adams Cram. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417903821.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.
