Sir Christopher Wren: His Family and His Times by Lucy Phillimore

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Author Phillimore, Lucy
LoC No. 11007134
Title Sir Christopher Wren: His Family and His Times
With Original Letters and a Discourse on Architecture Hitherto Unpublished. 1585-1723.
Credits E-text prepared by Adrian Mastronardi, KD Weeks, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive/American Libraries (http://archive.org/details/americana)
Summary "Sir Christopher Wren: His Family and His Times" by Lucy Phillimore is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work delves into the life, contributions, and legacy of Sir Christopher Wren, a prominent architect known for his role in rebuilding St. Paul's Cathedral and other significant structures during a transformative period in English history. It is likely to appeal to those interested in architecture, history, and the intricate connections between personal and professional life during the 17th century. The opening of the text introduces the complexities surrounding biographical accounts of Sir Christopher Wren, noting the challenges of accessing reliable materials. The author reflects on previous biographies, highlighting their shortcomings and the necessity for a more comprehensive exploration of Wren's life. The narrative outlines the ancestry of the Wren family and begins to sketch the profile of his father, Matthew Wren, who played an influential role in shaping Wren's early life and career. This section sets the stage for a deeper examination of Wren's life against the backdrop of significant historical events, artistic achievements, and family dynamics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class NA: Fine Arts: Architecture
Subject Wren, Christopher, Sir, 1632-1723
Subject Wren family
Subject Great Britain -- History -- Stuarts, 1603-1714 -- Biography
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EBook-No. 42007
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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