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Hampton Court

By Walter Jerrold
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A stately Tudor palace on the Thames is presented through architectural description, historical narrative, and guidebook commentary. The author traces the site's evolution from its ambitious early-16th-century rebuilding by a powerful churchman through successive royal alterations, contrasting Tudor intricacy with later formal, symmetrical extensions. Interior treasures, great courts, gatehouses, and clustered chimneys are evoked alongside the long gardens and water features, while anecdotes recall royal festivities, political episodes, and changing uses. The work mixes practical guidance for visitors with evocative impressions of appearance, atmosphere, and the palace's layered past.

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Walter Jerrold

Walter Jerrold was an English author and biographer known for his engaging narratives and insightful character studies. His works often explore the lives of notable figures, as seen in his biography "Michael Faraday, Man of Science," which delves into the life of the renowned physicist and chemist. Jerrold also wrote about literary figures, such as in "Charles Lamb," where he examines the life and contributions of the beloved essayist. His diverse writings, including travel narratives like "The Danube" and historical reflections in "Hampton Court," showcase his versatility and interest in both science and literature.

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