02226cam a22003013u 4500 25084 UtSlPG 20260610133556.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 NA Palmer, G. H. (George Henry), 1871- Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Rochester : A Description of its Fabric and a Brief History of the Episcopal See Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-04-17 Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Anne Storer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Rochester" by G. H. Palmer is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume serves as a detailed guide to Rochester Cathedral, blending architectural description with a concise history of its significance in the context of the English Church. The book is oriented toward both casual visitors and those with a deeper interest in ecclesiastical architecture and local history. The opening of the work introduces readers to the rich and complex history of Rochester Cathedral, one of the oldest in England, founded shortly after the arrival of St. Augustine and his mission in the 6th century. The text details the cathedral's many iterations and restorations throughout the centuries, from its Saxon origins through the Norman period, highlighting significant figures such as Bishop Gundulf. Palmer emphasizes the importance of ongoing restoration efforts, the architectural features of the structure, and its role within the community, setting the stage for an in-depth examination of both the physical church and its historical context. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Rochester Cathedral (Rochester, Kent, England) https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25084 66085 66085