Rice's Church Primer by Matthew Rice (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Rice's Church Primer by Matthew Rice Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Hardcover Condition Brand New Description 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 tongue-tied 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 you, suddenly youll understand why naves are necessary, why towers are built as tall as possible and why sometimes even the most respectable church needs a good flying buttress. Author Biography Matthew Rice is the acclaimed author and illustrator of Rices Architectural Primer; you might also have seen his work in Country Life, on his own calendar or on much of his wife Emma Bridgewaters pottery. He lives in Oxford and Norfolk. Details ISBN 1408807521 ISBN-13 9781408807521 Title Rice's Church Primer Author Matthew Rice Format Hardcover Year 2013 Pages 224 Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC GE_Item_ID:138982108; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys

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