A Historical Description Of Westminster Abbey: Its Monuments And Curiosities (1872)

A Historical Description of Westminster Abbey: Its Monuments and Curiosities is a book written by Westminster Abbey in 1872. The book is a comprehensive guide to the famous Westminster Abbey, a historic church located in London, England. It provides a detailed account of the abbey's history, architecture, and the various monuments and curiosities that can be found within its walls. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the abbey. The first chapter provides an overview of the abbey's history, from its founding in the 11th century to the present day. The following chapters describe the abbey's architecture, including its famous Gothic-style nave and transepts, as well as its various chapels and tombs.The book also includes detailed descriptions of the many monuments and memorials that can be found within the abbey, including those dedicated to famous historical figures such as Sir Winston Churchill, Charles Darwin, and Isaac Newton. Additionally, the book highlights some of the lesser-known curiosities of the abbey, such as the ancient coronation chair and the famous Poets' Corner.Overall, A Historical Description of Westminster Abbey: Its Monuments and Curiosities is an informative and comprehensive guide to one of London's most iconic landmarks. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and architecture of this famous church, as well as those interested in the lives and legacies of the many famous figures buried within its walls.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.