A fascinating and detailed description of the historical development of the English cathedral from the arrival of Christianity in A.D. 314 until the present day.-Joan Greatrex, Catholic Historical Review
Delightful. . . . A history of English cathedrals as living institutions as well as architectural monuments.-Peter Atkinson, Journal of Ecclesiastical History
Magisterial. . . . Charts the remarkable voyage of cathedrals during their 1700-year history.-Michael Tavinor, Church Times
The Cathedrals of England are institutions older than the realm itself, and are perhaps more cherished and flourishing now than they have ever been, as this richly enjoyable volume makes clear. There can be no-one better qualified than Nicholas Orme to present the full range of their long history.-Diarmaid MacCulloch, author of A History of Christianity
Clear, accessible, and superbly illustrated, this book should be essential reading for visitors to English cathedrals. The book has no rival in serious and accessible literature. Anyone interested in cathedrals should have it on their shelves.-David Rollason, author of The Power of Place