Descriptive And Historical Notices Of Some Remarkable Northumbrian Castles, Churches, And Antiquities (1848)

By William Sidney Gibson

Book Overview

Descriptive And Historical Notices Of Some Remarkable Northumbrian Castles, Churches, And Antiquities is a book written by William Sidney Gibson in 1848. The book provides a comprehensive account of the castles, churches, and other notable antiquities in Northumbria, a region in the northeast of England.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a specific castle, church, or antiquity. The author provides detailed descriptions of each location, including its history, architecture, and significance in Northumbrian culture.The castles featured in the book include Alnwick Castle, Bamburgh Castle, and Dunstanburgh Castle, among others. The churches featured include Hexham Abbey, Lindisfarne Priory, and St. Mary's Church in Morpeth. The book also includes descriptions of other notable antiquities in the region, such as Hadrian's Wall and the ruins of Tynemouth Priory.Throughout the book, Gibson provides a wealth of historical information, drawing on a variety of sources to paint a vivid picture of Northumbria's past. He also includes illustrations and engravings to help readers visualize the locations he describes.Overall, Descriptive And Historical Notices Of Some Remarkable Northumbrian Castles, Churches, And Antiquities is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Northumbria, as well as for those interested in medieval architecture and antiquities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104116944
• ISBN13: 9781104116941
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"