"A Short Account of King's College Chapel" by Walter Poole Littlechild is a journey through the majestic King's College Chapel in Cambridge, guided by the Chapel Clerk himself. The book unveils the chapel's origins, starting with its founding by Henry VI in the 1400s. It journeys across the rich perpendicular Gothic style, which shows hints of the coming Renaissance. Littlechild credits different people and kings for adding to the chapel's creation. The book highlights the chapel's beautiful stained glass windows, where stories from the Bible and important Christian events come to life, giving readers a deeper insight into this famous chapel which is a Tudor architectural wonder.
A Short Account of King's College Chapel
By Walter Poole Littlechild
Discover the sacred and historical importance of a royal chapel's towering architecture and vibrant stained glass that capture centuries of faith and artistry.
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