George Downing Whittington
A Historical Survey Of The Ecclesiastical Antiquities Of France: With A View To Illustrate The Rise And Progress Of Gothic Architecture In Europe is a book written by George Downing Whittington in 1811. The book is a comprehensive study of the ecclesiastical antiquities of France, with a focus on the Gothic architecture that rose and progressed throughout Europe.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of French ecclesiastical history and architecture. Whittington begins by discussing the early Christian churches of France, and then moves on to the Romanesque and Gothic periods. He also discusses the influence of French architecture on other European countries, including England, Germany, and Italy.Throughout the book, Whittington provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of the various churches, cathedrals, and other religious buildings he discusses. He also offers insights into the historical and cultural context of these structures, and how they reflect the religious and political climate of their time.Overall, A Historical Survey Of The Ecclesiastical Antiquities Of France is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of French architecture, and the development of Gothic architecture in Europe.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.