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OverviewThe Norman cathedral at Durham, built between 1093 and 1133, is a vast and awe-inspiring structure, a symbol of conquest and the harsh imposition of a new order. Its roots, origins and even some of the personalities involved are well-documented, but the fabric itself has a story to tell. It begs questions: 'How could this have been done?'; 'Why can this detail be seen?'; 'What does this imply in terms of the issues the master mason faced?'. Fine-grained observations of slight variations in the stonework, in the structural levels, in the many scars, and not least in the dimensions of the entire plan and even the thicknesses of mortar, provide structural clues. In this new and revealing study such 'evidences' are demonstrated and analysed, and many plans, sections and diagrams are presented to the reader to check, to accept, to modify or to challenge. AUTHOR: Brian K. Roberts is a retired geography lecturer. His work involved teaching and research in the field of historical geography and the evolution of rural settlement in the UK. While not an architect, practical experience in surveying and the archaeology of rural landscapes established a strong foundation of pragmatic observation in architectural history. He lives in Durham. 30 colour illustrations, 33 line drawings Full Product DetailsAuthor: Brian K. RobertsPublisher: The History Press Ltd Imprint: The History Press Ltd ISBN: 9781803991184ISBN 10: 1803991186 Pages: 192 Publication Date: 15 December 2022 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsExplores this magnificent structure by examining its architectural plans and stonework, revealing surprising insights into one of Britain's best-loved cathedrals. * Methodist Recorder * "“Explores this magnificent structure by examining its architectural plans and stonework, revealing surprising insights into one of Britain’s best-loved cathedrals."" * Methodist Recorder *" Author InformationBrian K. Roberts is a retired geography lecturer. His work involved teaching and research in the field of historical geography and the evolution of rural settlement in the UK. While not an architect, practical experience in surveying and the archaeology of rural landscapes established a strong foundation of pragmatic observation in architectural history. He lives in Durham. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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