Churches - George Ayliffe Poole - Bog

""Churches: Their Structure, Arrangement, and Decoration"" is a book written by George Ayliffe Poole and originally published in 1850. The book is a comprehensive guide to the design and decoration of churches, providing a detailed examination of the structure, arrangement, and decoration of various types of churches. The book begins with an overview of the history of church architecture, exploring the different styles and trends that have influenced church design over the centuries. It then moves on to examine the various elements of church design, including the nave, chancel, transept, and apse. Poole provides detailed descriptions of the various architectural features of churches, such as arches, columns, and buttresses, and explains how they are used to create a sense of space and proportion within the building. He also discusses the use of light and color in church design, and how these elements can be used to create a sense of awe and reverence. The book also covers the decoration of churches, including the use of stained glass, sculpture, and painting. Poole provides examples of some of the most beautiful and ornate churches in Europe, and discusses the techniques used by artists and craftsmen to create these works of art. Overall, ""Churches: Their Structure, Arrangement, and Decoration"" is a fascinating and informative guide to the design and decoration of churches, and is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of church architecture and design.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.