Publisher's Synopsis
Curiosities of the Belfry is a book written by John Potter Briscoe that explores the mysteries and peculiarities of church bell towers. The book delves into the history of bells and their significance in religious and cultural traditions, as well as the engineering and craftsmanship involved in constructing and maintaining bell towers. Briscoe also uncovers some of the unusual stories and legends associated with belfries, such as haunted towers and bells that have miraculously survived disasters. With a mix of historical research and personal anecdotes, Curiosities of the Belfry offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of church bells and their towers.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.