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Loading... A Little History of the English Country Church (edition 2007)by Roy Strong
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Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. No current Talk conversations about this book. As its title suggests, this book provides a short overview of the history of the English country parish church from its origins in the Anglo-Saxon era right up to the present day. The Church as an institution went through regular change and upheaval throughout this time, most notably in the sixteenth and seventeeth centuries. Strong shows how each twist and turn left its mark on the physical fabric of the country church and on the activities that went on within its walls. The book's title gives a hint to the personality and authority of its author, because here, in just over 300 pages, Sir Roy Strong has written one of the most fascinating tales of English village life over the centuries in which England has been "Christian". Certainly, it is about the church in the village - and compelling reading even when it constrains itself to the aesthetic and architectural developments within church design and furnishing - but it becomes gripping when it discusses the historical backdrop of events and beliefs which have moved the English. I think that this is a great book. It may prove to be one of our best records of the church (and the Church!), and it is by no means little in its content and coverage. Sir Roy's light touch never lets the book become too solemn, even though he is making a plea for these buildings and their contents. no reviews | add a review
Roy Strong tells the dramatic story of the English parish church, from the first contemporary buildings erected in Anglo-Saxon times to its uncertain future in the 21st century. No library descriptions found. |
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Google Books — Loading... GenresMelvil Decimal System (DDC)262.220942Religions Christian church and church work Church Polity; Ecclesiology Parish; CongregationLC ClassificationRatingAverage:
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Strong's book offers a clear and readable style along with a wealth of illustrations. ( )