9780259819134 - A Brief Guide to the Chapel: Including a List of the Stained-Glass Windows (Classic Reprint) de Blackburn, William (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive architectural guide to the iconic Chapel at Duke University. The Chapel, designed in the English Gothic style after Canterbury Cathedral's Bell Harry Tower, is a profound exploration of architectural and theological ideas. The author traces the Chapel's history from its conception in the 1920s to its completion in the 1950s, highlighting its significance as a landmark of American collegiate Gothic architecture. Lavishly illustrated with photographs and detailed descriptions, the book offers insights into the Chapel's construction, symbolism, and artistic features. It examines the stained-glass windows, sculptures, and carvings that adorn the Chapel's interior, revealing their theological and historical significance. This book serves not only as a guide to a magnificent architectural masterpiece but also as a testament to the intersection of faith, art, and education. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.