The Story of Durham
Published on 1. July 2013
Book
Paperback/Softback
192 pages
978-0-7524-9978-9 (ISBN)
Description
The Story of Durham traces the evolution of a city that medieval writers likened to Jerusalem, which Ruskin termed one of the wonders of the world, and which Pevsner, more modestly, called one of the architectural experiences of Europe.
To Bill Bryson, meanwhile, Durham appeared 'a perfect little city' with 'the best cathedral on planet Earth'. The city is a physical manifestation of a significant event in our history: the Romanesque cathedral and castle together constitute this country's monument to the Norman invasion, the last of our country.
Beautifully illustrated, this popular history by a leading academic will delight residents and visitors alike.
To Bill Bryson, meanwhile, Durham appeared 'a perfect little city' with 'the best cathedral on planet Earth'. The city is a physical manifestation of a significant event in our history: the Romanesque cathedral and castle together constitute this country's monument to the Norman invasion, the last of our country.
Beautifully illustrated, this popular history by a leading academic will delight residents and visitors alike.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Stroud
United Kingdom
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Illustrations
30 Illustrations, color; 100 Illustrations, black and white
Dimensions
Height: 231 mm
Width: 150 mm
Thickness: 13 mm
Weight
408 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7524-9978-9 (9780752499789)
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Dr. Douglas Pocock is a well-published local author - a leading expert on Durham's history, character, and present challenges. He is Reader Emeritus in Geography at the University of Durham and is honorary secretary of the City of Durham Trust.