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In Search of Norfolk's First Stone Churches
The use of ferruginous gravels and sands and the reuse of Roman building materials in early churches
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Focusing on the reuse of local stone and materials from Roman ruins, the book explores early church building in Norfolk. The author identifies specific stones used before limestone became common and presents survey results from over 650 churches. An illustrated catalogue of study sites is included, serving as a vital reference for researchers interested in Norfolk's ecclesiastical and architectural history. This work significantly enhances the understanding of early church architecture in the region, revealing previously unrecognized buildings.
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In Search of Norfolk's First Stone Churches, Peter Wade-Martins
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- 2024
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- Title
- In Search of Norfolk's First Stone Churches
- Subtitle
- The use of ferruginous gravels and sands and the reuse of Roman building materials in early churches
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Peter Wade-Martins
- Publisher
- British Archaeological Reports (Oxford) Ltd
- Released
- 2024
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 170
- ISBN13
- 9781407361390
- Category
- Ethnography
- Description
- Focusing on the reuse of local stone and materials from Roman ruins, the book explores early church building in Norfolk. The author identifies specific stones used before limestone became common and presents survey results from over 650 churches. An illustrated catalogue of study sites is included, serving as a vital reference for researchers interested in Norfolk's ecclesiastical and architectural history. This work significantly enhances the understanding of early church architecture in the region, revealing previously unrecognized buildings.