A compact illustrated guide presents sequential views of Durham's principal monuments and streets, pairing detailed sketches with short captions that highlight architectural elements and perspectives. Plates focus on the cathedral's cloisters, galilee, nave and central tower, the abbey gate and bishop's doorway, the adjacent castle and great hall, and river-spanning bridges and market streets. The book moves between close architectural detail and broader city panoramas, offering a visual tour that emphasizes form, proportion, and the relationship of historic buildings to their urban setting.