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The origins of aisles in the English Medieval Parish Church

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Lady Anne Clifford: An interview with Lord Anthony Hothfield

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    Although it may come as a surprise, given the ubiquity of aisles in Late Antique basilicas and early medieval monastic churches, there is little evidence for aisles in English parish churches before the middle of 12th century. One of the earliest and most accomplished examples is the CCT church o...