Medieval Cathedral examines the incredible architectural achievements and hidden secrets held within the walls of these grand religious buildings.
Discover a world of towering spires, ornate architecture and stories sealed in colourful glass. This guide goes beyond the building, exploring the lives of Medieval Cathedrals and the master artisans who brought them to life. Meet the highly-skilled craftsmen involved in the cathedral's construction at each stage, from cutting the stone to installing the iconic stained glass windows. Uncover the history behind ghoulish gargoyles, pilgrim routes and miracle plays, and how they transformed these noble cathedrals into the buildings we know today.
With superb cutaway illustrations and pinpoint enlargements to accompany the text, this book is the perfect gift for history enthusiasts eager to learn more about the Medieval period, especially the development of architecture and religion during that time. Informative captions, maps, a complete glossary and an index make this title an ideal educational text for children studying the middle ages in history.
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Fiona Macdonald, the author, is a historian specialising in writing books for the children's market. Her previous titles include Step into the Aztec and Maya Worlds.
More about Fiona MacDonaldChristopher Gravett has worked as a curator both at the British Museum and at the Royal Armories at the Tower of London. Currently he is curator at Woburn Abbey, Bedfordshire. He has written many books on medieval military history, arms, armor and castles. John James studied figurative illustration and specialized in historical reconstructions and architectu
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