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100 1 _aRudy, Charles
245 1 4 _aThe Cathedrals of Northern Spain :
_bTheir History and Their Architecture; Together with Much of Interest Concerning the Bishops, Rulers and Other Personages Identified with Them
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2010-04-12
508 _aProduced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This ebook was produced from scanned images of public domain material at Internet Archive.)
520 _a"The Cathedrals of Northern Spain" by Charles Rudy is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the profound architectural and historical significance of the cathedrals found in Northern Spain, delving into the interplay of various influences and the unique characteristics of Spanish ecclesiastical architecture. Rudy aims to provide insights not only into the structures themselves but also into the cultural and historical contexts that shaped them, highlighting the contributions of notable bishops and rulers associated with these grand edifices. The opening of the work sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of the cathedrals’ significance, beginning with a preface that expresses the author's deep appreciation for Spain and Spanish architecture. Rudy discusses the complexity and variety present within the architectural styles, arguing for the importance of viewing these structures through a lens that recognizes both their historical context and their artistic merit. He outlines his intention to help travelers and readers understand the nuances of Spanish architecture, particularly focusing on cathedrals like those in Toledo and Santiago, which reflect a blend of foreign influences adapted into distinctly Iberian forms. The narrative ultimately promises to reveal the richness of Spain's architectural heritage, alongside an examination of the broader historical forces that shaped its development. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aCathedrals -- Spain
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/31965
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