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Hubert Pragnell

    Hubert Pragnell is a historian and artist with a profound affection for British architecture. His work delves into the intricate details of architectural styles and structures, with a particular focus on the British landscape. Pragnell's writing is characterized by an expertise born from his academic background and an artistic sensibility that brings buildings to life. Through his books and lectures, he shares his passion for industrial architecture and railways, offering readers and audiences an engaging perspective on the cultural and historical significance of built environments.

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    Industrial Britain
    • Industrial Britain

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Industrial Britain details the fascinating history of industrial architecture in Britain by architectural historian and artist, Hubert Pragnell.

      Industrial Britain
    • York: An Artist's View

      • 136 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      This illustrated guide to York is more than a history of the city - it is an exploration of its architecture through an artist's eye. Hubert Pragnell's exquisite watercolours illustrate a walk through York, with commentary describing architectural changes from the Roman and Medieval periods through to the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Discover the majesty of the Minster, the cobbled Shambles, historic Treasurer's House and ancient Castle, as all of York is brought to life in watercolour.

      York: An Artist's View