Shakespeare's Church otherwise the Collegiate Church of the Holy Trinity of Stratford-upon-Avon

Shakespeare's Church, also known as the Collegiate Church of the Holy Trinity of Stratford-upon-Avon, is a book written by J. Harvey Bloom. The book provides a comprehensive description of the church where William Shakespeare was baptized, married, and buried. The author explores the history of the church, its architecture, and the various renovations that have taken place over the centuries. The book also delves into the life of William Shakespeare and his connection to the church, as well as the role the church played in the community during Shakespeare's time. The author provides detailed photographs and illustrations to accompany the text, making it an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of Shakespeare's hometown and the church that played such an important role in his life. Overall, Shakespeare's Church is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in Shakespeare, architecture, or English history.1902. An architectural and ecclesiastical history of Shakespeare's hometown church and its ornaments. Illustrated with photographs. Contents: Foundation and structural alterations; The building; Mediaeval furniture and ornaments: Misericordes, stained glass, altar plate, font, bells, organ, pulpit; The chapelries: Bishopton, Luddington, Clopton, Shottery, St. James; History of the college: building, seals, rectors, chantry keepers, deans and vicars; Monuments; Abstracts and inscriptions upon the older tombs in the churchyard; Appendices; Addenda.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.