Originally published in 1906. This is the fifth edition, revised in 1937. The book deals with the historical aspects of architecture. many technical terms are to be found, and constructional terms in particular. The emphasis is on houses and churches and other subjects with which bear on social and religious life. Contents Include - Glossary - (297 pages) - Additional Articles - List of Saints, With the Manner in Which They Are Represented - List of English Architects - Table of the Periods of English Architecture - Table of the Religious Orders. Illustrated. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Home Farm Books are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.