York: Art, Architecture and Archaeology

York in the late Middle Ages explores the archaeology, art, architecture, and cultural heritage of the city, focusing on York Minster, vernacular architecture, transport infrastructure, and parochial and material culture. It provides new research for researchers in medieval archaeology, art history, literature, and material culture.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 20 July 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

York delves into the rich tapestry of archaeology, art, architecture, and cultural heritage that flourished in the late Middle Ages. Since the revival of the British Archaeological Association conference in 1976, the association has graced the city with its presence only once, in 1988, for a conference that celebrated Yorkshire Monasticism. However, this oversight has now been rectified, as the 2017 meeting brought attention to the secular and vernacular architecture, as well as the architectural, artistic, and imagery of York Minster. While recent publications have focused on York's earlier medieval era, this book fills a crucial gap by shedding light on the city's later medieval ages. It begins with a collection of essays by authors actively involved in significant conservation projects conducted in the past decade, offering valuable insights into York Minster. Furthermore, the book encompasses information on the vernacular architecture, transportation infrastructure, and parochial and material culture of the period, providing a comprehensive overview of this significant city.

This book serves as a valuable resource for researchers in medieval archaeology, art history, literature, and material culture. It uncovers new research on York, contributing to our understanding of this important city during the late Middle Ages. By exploring the diverse aspects of archaeology, art, architecture, and culture, York offers a captivating glimpse into the rich heritage of England's second capital.

Weight: 594g
Dimension: 175 x 245 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032019642