Glastonbury Abbey: Its History And Ruins (1862)

Glastonbury Abbey: Its History And Ruins (1862) is a book by John Williamson that explores the history and ruins of Glastonbury Abbey, a former monastery located in Somerset, England. The book provides a detailed account of the abbey's founding and development, as well as its role in British history. Williamson also describes the various architectural features and artifacts found at the site, including the abbey's famous ""Holy Thorn"" tree. The book is richly illustrated with drawings and engravings, providing readers with a vivid sense of the abbey's grandeur and beauty. Overall, Glastonbury Abbey: Its History And Ruins is a fascinating exploration of one of England's most important historical sites, and a must-read for anyone interested in British history or architecture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.