Stairway to heaven
Toby Huitson
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Stairway to heaven
by Toby Huitson
Published
2014
Publisher
Oxbow Books, Limited
Pages
208
ISBN-13
9781842178621
Description
Spiral stairs, galleries and upper chambers in medieval cathedrals, abbeys and parish churches have been an enduring source of fascination to scholars since the eighteenth century. But what were these secret stairs, mysterious galleries and hidden upper rooms actually used for - and how can we know? This book presents the evidence for the practical functions of ecclesiastical upper spaces from c. 1000-1550 as revealed through the widest selection of medieval visual, documentary, and artistic media ever assembled for the purpose, taking in treasuries to dovecotes, libraries to lights, and secret games of skittles over the vaults to the daring exploits of the twelfth-century 'Flying monk'. Toby Huitson considers these topics with many others, offering a radically new understanding of medieval high-level function. Dr Toby Huitson teaches at the University of Kent, Canterbury.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Stairway to heaven?
This edition of Stairway to heaven has approximately 208 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Stairway to heaven?
For most readers, Stairway to heaven typically takes between 4h 20m and 2h 53m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 52,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 28m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 52,000 words
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What is the word count of Stairway to heaven?
The estimated word count for Stairway to heaven is approximately 52,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Stairway to heaven?
Stairway to heaven was written by Toby Huitson.
When was Stairway to heaven published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2014. The original work may have been published on a different date.