An Account Of The History And Antiquities Of St. Leonard's, Edinburgh

""An Account of the History and Antiquities of St. Leonard's, Edinburgh: Its Chapel and Hospital"" is a book written by George Forrest and published in 1865. The book is a detailed exploration of the history and architecture of St. Leonard's Chapel and Hospital, a medieval religious institution located in Edinburgh, Scotland. Forrest's work provides a comprehensive overview of the origins and development of the chapel and hospital, tracing its history from its founding in the 12th century to its eventual decline in the 18th century. The author also examines the architectural features of the chapel and hospital, including their distinctive Gothic style and intricate carvings and decorations.In addition to its historical and architectural focus, ""An Account of the History and Antiquities of St. Leonard's, Edinburgh"" also explores the social and cultural significance of the institution. Forrest examines the role of St. Leonard's in the religious and cultural life of Edinburgh, as well as its place in the broader history of Scotland.Overall, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and architecture of medieval Scotland, as well as those interested in the social and cultural history of religious institutions.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.