Yorkshire West Riding: Leeds, Bradford and the North

Autor*innen

• Peter Leach
• Nikolaus Pevsner

Reihen

• Pevsner Architekturführer: Gebäude von England

Parameter

• 800 Seiten
• 28 Lesestunden

• Architektur & Städtebau

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The book explores the northern half of West Riding of Yorkshire, showcasing its diverse landscapes and rich history. It contrasts urban centers like Leeds and Bradford, known for their impressive architecture and commercial heritage, with picturesque mill-towns and the rugged beauty of the Yorkshire Dales. The narrative highlights distinctive seventeenth-century gentry homes, significant agricultural regions, and historical landmarks such as Fountains Abbey and the scenic Vale of York, emphasizing the area's cultural and natural treasures.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2009
• Einband: Hardcover