Memorials Of The Savoy: The Palace, The Hospital, The Chapel (1878) - Paperback

by William John Loftie (Author), Henry White (Foreword by)

Memorials Of The Savoy: The Palace, The Hospital, The Chapel is a historical book written by William John Loftie and published in 1878. The book is a comprehensive exploration of the Savoy, a palace, hospital, and chapel located in London, England. The author traces the history of the Savoy from its origins as a palace built by Peter, Earl of Savoy, in the 13th century, to its transformation into a hospital for the poor in the 14th century, and finally to its use as a chapel in the 19th century. The book is divided into three parts, each dedicated to one of the Savoy's components: the palace, the hospital, and the chapel. In each section, Loftie provides detailed descriptions of the architecture, art, and historical significance of the building. He also includes anecdotes and stories about the people who lived and worked in the Savoy throughout its history.Memorials Of The Savoy is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of London or medieval architecture. It is also a fascinating read for anyone interested in the social and cultural history of England. The book is illustrated with numerous engravings and photographs, making it a visually stunning work as well. Overall, Memorials Of The Savoy is a well-researched and engaging exploration of one of London's most important historical landmarks.With An Appendix Of Original Documents Contributed By Charles Trice Martin Of The Public Record Office.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.