Celestial Builders Of The Middle Ages

Celestial Builders of the Middle Ages is a book written by E. Valentia Straiton that explores the fascinating world of medieval astronomy and architecture. The author delves into the lives and works of the great architects and astronomers of the Middle Ages, who were responsible for building some of the most impressive structures of the time, including cathedrals, churches, and castles.Straiton provides a detailed account of the various techniques used by these celestial builders to create their masterpieces, including the use of astronomical calculations to determine the placement of windows, doors, and other architectural features. The book also explores the spiritual and philosophical beliefs that underpinned the work of these builders, and how their understanding of the cosmos influenced their designs.Throughout the book, Straiton brings to life the stories of some of the most famous celestial builders of the Middle Ages, including the legendary Abbot Suger, who oversaw the construction of the Abbey Church of Saint-Denis in Paris, and the English architect William of Sens, who was responsible for the design of the famous Canterbury Cathedral.Overall, Celestial Builders of the Middle Ages is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of architecture, astronomy, and medieval culture. The book is well-researched and beautifully written, making it a valuable addition to any library.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Fraternity of the Builders, by E. Valentia Straiton. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564595013.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.