Europe - Church History, Scottish History - Religious Aspects

Scotland's Best Churches

Name: Scotland's Best Churches
Author: John R. Hume
ISBN: 9780748621781

by John R. Hume

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Overview

In this book a hundred and eighty-four churches still used for worship are illustrated with line drawings and photographs, with pithy texts drawing out where they fit into the fabric of Scotland and into nearly a thousand years of church construction. Some are well-known and widely loved: others will surprise and delight.

Synopsis

This book includes line drawings and photographs of more than a hundred and fifty churches still used for worship. Hume also explores how these churches fit into the fabric of Scottish history.

About the Author, John R. Hume

John R. Hume is a former chief inspector of historic buildings with Historic Scotland. He was also involved with the setting up of the Scotland's Churches Scheme and developing their handbook