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100 1 _aScott, George Gilbert, Sir,
_d1811-1878
245 1 0 _aRemarks upon the proposed destruction of the tower of the Parish Church of St. John, Hampstead
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2020
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2020-05-25
508 _aTranscribed from the 1874 J. Hewetson edition by David Price
520 _a"Remarks upon the proposed destruction of the tower of the Parish Church of St. John, Hampstead" by George Gilbert Scott is a letter written during the late 19th century. This book serves as a significant architectural critique and advocacy piece focusing on the proposed demolition of the church's tower, which the author believes to be sound and historically valuable. Scott, an eminent architect of his time, offers insights into the architectural and aesthetic considerations surrounding the church's restoration plans. In this letter addressed to the Vicar of Hampstead, Scott articulately argues against the necessity of demolishing the existing tower, asserting that it remains in excellent condition despite previous claims of structural issues. He details the false premises regarding the tower's subsidence, demonstrating its historical significance and architectural merit. Scott advocates for a more judicious approach to restoring the church, suggesting alternative solutions that preserve the tower while making necessary improvements to the church's interior layout. Ultimately, he underscores the need for appreciation of the existing structure as an essential part of the local heritage, advocating for reforms that respect both the community's history and financial considerations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aChurch architecture -- England -- London
653 _aSt. John's Parish Church (Hampstead, London, England)
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62222
999 _c103046
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