Sir Christopher Wren And His Times (1852)

Sir Christopher Wren and His Times (1852) is a historical biography written by James Elmes. The book chronicles the life and times of Sir Christopher Wren, a renowned English architect and scientist who lived during the 17th century. Elmes provides a detailed account of Wren's life, from his birth in 1632 to his death in 1723. He discusses Wren's education, his early career as a mathematician and astronomer, and his eventual rise to fame as an architect. The book also delves into Wren's personal life, including his relationships with his family and friends.Throughout the book, Elmes provides insight into the political and cultural landscape of 17th century England. He discusses the influence of the English Civil War and the Restoration on Wren's life and work, as well as the impact of the scientific revolution on his architectural designs.The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs of Wren's buildings, including St. Paul's Cathedral and the Royal Observatory in Greenwich. Elmes also includes excerpts from Wren's personal correspondence, providing readers with a glimpse into the mind of this brilliant architect and scientist.Overall, Sir Christopher Wren and His Times is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers readers a fascinating look into the life and work of one of England's most celebrated architects.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.