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100 1 _aGrierson, Elizabeth W.
_q(Elizabeth Wilson)
245 1 0 _aTales of English Minsters: St. Paul's
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2019
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2019-03-10
508 _aProduced by David E. Brown and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Tales of English Minsters: St. Paul's" by Elizabeth W. Grierson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This book explores the fascinating history of St. Paul’s Cathedral in London, detailing its significance as a key religious and civic site in English history. Grierson intertwines architectural descriptions with the narratives of notable events and figures associated with the cathedral, painting a vivid picture of its role in the fabric of English society. The book covers various historical episodes, beginning with the cathedral's origins and the early Christian presence in London, including the challenges faced by early bishops and the spread of Christianity among pagan populations. Grierson recounts pivotal moments such as the signing of the Magna Carta and the consequent rise of English liberties, placing St. Paul's Cathedral at the heart of these developments. Notable individuals such as General Gordon and the Duke of Wellington are commemorated within its walls. Through a blend of historical narrative and vibrant storytelling, Grierson conveys the cathedral's evolution from a site of worship to a symbol of national identity and resilience, especially following its reconstruction by Sir Christopher Wren after the Great Fire of London. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aSt. Paul's Cathedral (London, England)
653 _aCathedrals -- England -- London
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59044
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