"Even if it had broken no fresh ground Mr. Betjeman's introduction would still make this book unique. It must give the keenest pleasure to all church enthusiasts, whether believers or unbelievers." -- Sunday Times "A vade mecum of church-lovers for many years to come. The whole book is prefaced by an editorial essay which is pure gold." -- Times Literary Supplement "Without exaggeration, holds enough information and inspiration for a lifetime of church visiting." -- Times Educational Supplement "To Betjeman a church was touched by the hand of God and blessed as a place of private worship. In my youth, he guided me and taught me that a great Gothic church should, by the sheer power of its oratory, 'Force us to our knees in prayer.' "