Perhaps the most awe-inspiring structures ever built in these isles, ancient cathedrals continue to exude spiritual force and architectural magic many centuries after their incredible design and construction. This book, by monumental mason, letterer and fire-fighter Mark Mills is beautifully illustrated with rare fine engravings, and carefully printed on the highest quality papers. Here is the amazing story of the cathedrals, told through the exquisite examples of old England. WOODEN BOOKS are small but packed with information. "Fascinating" FINANCIAL TIMES. "Beautiful" LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS. "Rich and Artful" THE LANCET. "Genuinely mind-expanding" FORTEAN TIMES. "Excellent" NEW SCIENTIST. "Stunning" NEW YORK TIMES. Small books, big ideas.

About the Author
Mark Mills is a monumental mason, a letterer, and a fire fighter, occasionally lecturing in gilding at the Prince's Foundation, London. He lives in Southend. This is his first book.


Book Information
ISBN 9781904263418
Author Mark Mills
Format Paperback
Page Count 64
Imprint Wooden Books
Publisher Wooden Books