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“Wiltshire” by Nikolaus Pevsner, published by Fisicalbook in 2010, is a comprehensive exploration of the architectural landscape of Wiltshire, England. This 2nd edition spans 651 pages and is presented in English. The book covers a wide range of historic buildings, from the prehistoric marvels of Stonehenge and Avebury to the railway-era developments in Swindon, providing readers with a detailed overview of the region’s architectural evolution.
Readers will discover a rich tapestry of structures, including the thirteenth-century Salisbury Cathedral set within a planned medieval town, and Georgian gems like Mompesson House. The narrative also highlights notable towns and villages, such as Marlborough and Lacock, along with remarkable country houses like Palladian Wilton and Stourhead, all set against the backdrop of Wiltshire’s picturesque countryside. This edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in historic buildings and travel in England.
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From prehistoric Stonehenge and Avebury to railway age Swindon, the rolling countryside of Wiltshire encompasses every aspect of English building. Thirteenth century Salisbury cathedral is set in a spacious close, within a planned medieval town, which boasts Georgian delights such as Mompesson House. Towns and villages range from Marlborough with its sweeping High Street to the exceptional Lacock, in the shadow of its abbey’s remains, remodelled as an eighteenth century Gothick fantasy. The great country houses include some of the finest in England: Palladian Wilton, with which Inigo Jones was involved, Stourhead set in its evocative classical landscape, the elegant 18th-century Bowood and the mellow Bath stone of Corsham Court.
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