The Priory Church Of St. Bartholomew-The-Great, Smithfield (1908)

""The Priory Church of St. Bartholomew-The-Great, Smithfield"" is a historical book written by George Worley in 1908. The book provides a detailed description of the Priory Church of St. Bartholomew-The-Great, which is located in the Smithfield area of London. The church is one of the oldest in the city, dating back to the 12th century. The book covers the history of the church, from its founding by Rahere, a court jester turned monk, to its current state in the early 20th century. The author also discusses the architecture and design of the church, including its Norman and Gothic features. In addition, the book includes information on the church's notable figures, such as John Wesley, who preached there in the 18th century. The author also provides insight into the church's role in London's history, particularly during the Black Death and the Great Fire of London. Overall, ""The Priory Church of St. Bartholomew-The-Great, Smithfield"" is a comprehensive guide to one of London's oldest and most significant churches, providing historical, architectural, and cultural context for readers interested in the city's past.A Short History Of The Foundation And A Description Of The Fabric And Also Of The Church Of St. Bartholomew-The-Less.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.