Old crosses and lychgates

"Old crosses and lychgates" is a book by Aymer Vallance from 1912. This is a reprint edition from the original text, with the addition of a new introduction by Dr. Norman L. Smith. In this book, Vallance discusses religious symbols and their meanings in architecture, as well as the beliefs and rituals of Christianity. A collection of 8 essays on mortuary architecture, "Old crosses and lychgates" by Aymer Vallance is a treasure trove for anyone interested in the history of funerary art in Europe, England, or America. The manuscript is illuminated with black-and-white photographs, drawings, and architectural plans of over 40 churches with burial grounds in England and the US.