The Abbeys and Priories of England

A celebration of the history and architecture of some of the finest religious buildings in England. Packed with facts and stories of the people who lived in and worked on these buildings, and with an array of images, this book serves as a souvenir for overseas or UK visitors, or those with an interest in English history and architecture.

"The Abbeys and Priories of England" is a celebration of the history and architecture of some of the finest religious buildings in England. Two hundred specially commissioned, full-colour photographs capture the personality of these magnificent buildings, once home to closed communities and now focal points for the surrounding populace and heritage lovers. Together with the lively and informative text, written by one of England's foremost experts on religious buildings' history and design, this is a comprehensive and absorbing guide. Packed with little-known facts and stories of the people who lived in and worked on these buildings, and with an array of stunning images, this book is the perfect souvenir for overseas or UK visitors, or anyone with an interest in English history and architecture.