| Chimneys, Gables and Gargoyles: A Guide to Britain's Rooftops Contributor(s): Yorke, Trevor (Author) |
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ISBN: 1846743540 ISBN-13: 9781846743542 Publisher: Countryside Books (GB) OUR PRICE: $10.79 Product Type: Paperback Published: May 2018 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Architecture | Regional |
| Physical Information: 0.2" H x 5.7" W x 8.3" (0.61 lbs) 80 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The roof lines of our towns and cities are places seldom looked at from below. Yet they contain a world of architectural delights. This easy to follow guide includes hundreds of photos and drawings of rooftops and their features from around the country and offers a fascinating glimpse into this overlooked aspect of Britain's architectural history. Just above the shop fronts, offices, banks and public buildings lie elaborate chimneys, fancy ironwork, and terracotta mouldings of mythical beasts. Our own homes too can have roofs decorated with intricate bargeboards, elegant parapets and patterned tiles. Each one has a specific role and their style can reveal much about the history of the building. |
Contributor Bio(s): Yorke, Trevor: - Trevor Yorke is an experienced author and artist who specialises in period architecture. His many books include British Architectural Styles, Georgian & Regency Houses Explained, and The English Village Explained |