Cassell's History of England, Vol. 1 (of 8) From the Roman Invasion to the Wars of the Roses

CHAPTER XX.

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NORMAN ARCHITECTURE.

Introduction of Norman Architecture--Remains of Saxon Work--Canterbury Cathedral--St. Albans and other Edifices--Periods of Norman Architecture--Its Characteristics--Towers--Windows--Doorways--Porches--Arches--Piers and Pillars--Capitals--Mouldings and Ornaments 212