Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Lichfield A Description of Its Fabric and A Brief History of the Espicopal See

"Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Lichfield" by A. B. Clifton is a descriptive journey through time, focusing on an in-depth exploration of Lichfield Cathedral, it's architecture, and the important religious history it holds. The book starts by laying out a detailed introduction to the cathedral, carefully going over its building stages in the 1200s and 1300s. It points out that vital historical records were unfortunately lost during the Civil Wars, which makes piecing together the cathedral's complete history a challenge. The author then spends time highlighting the different architecture styles, such as Early English and Decorated, and tracks the step-by-step changes and additions to the cathedral over the years, all while admitting that many of its original features are gone because of restoration work. This creates a solid foundation for readers to appreciate the cathedral's past and artistic value.