The countryside, towns and cities of Britain are full of churches. They represent some of the most iconic, beautiful and occasionally bizarre buildings in the country. They have a lot to say about our history, our art and our ideas. But how do you read them? Through charming illustrations, Rices Church Primer reveals the basic grammar and vocabulary of church architecture throughout the United Kingdom. As Matthew Rice says, Once you can speak any language, conversations can begin, but without it communications can only be brief and brutish. The same is the case with Architecture an inability to describe the component parts of a building leaves one tonguetied and unable to begin to discuss what is or is not exciting, dull or peculiar about it. Rices Church Primer explains the language of architecture in churches, from the restrained Norman style of William the Conqueror to the gilded excesses of the Baroque. The primer begins with an explanation of the basic Grammar of churches elevation, plan, fronts, vaults and towers. This allows the reader to easily understand what follows. Next comes the Vocabulary of styles in chronological order, from ancient Saxon churches to modern cathedrals. Each period covers component parts like doors, windows, towers, pews, panelling and pulpits. Finally, there is a map pinpointing some of the best churches around the country, so you can practise your newfound fluency in real life.With Matthew Rices elegant and witty illustrations to guide...

Binding: Hardback;224 pages; Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC; Classification: AMN; Weight: 620 g; Dimensions: 198 x 150 x 22

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