Tithe Barns of England: A Guide for the Traveler - Tapa blanda

Griswold, James

 
9780914339731: Tithe Barns of England: A Guide for the Traveler

Sinopsis

This illustrated guide to historic tithe barns shows 134 post and beam barns, built before 1555, which are described in detail. It should be of use to persons interested in historic building preservation and covers early timber-frame construction from the early cruck to post and beam techniques.

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Reseña del editor

Prior to 1555, when the state church of England was Catholic, parishioners were required to tithe to support the church Since few people had any money, the title was usually paid in grain, which was stored in huge post and beam barns. 134 of the remaining ancient structures are describe in this generously illustrated guide.

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