Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Carlisle / A Description of Its Fabric and A Brief History of the Episcopal See

A concise architectural and historical guide traces the foundation of the northern cathedral as a priory church later raised to episcopal status, describes its original Norman plan with nave, aisles, transepts, crossing tower and apsidal choir, and follows subsequent medieval rebuilding and additions. The text surveys exterior and interior features—stonework, roofs, arches, screens, stalls, windows, tower, bells and monastic ranges—uses plans and photographs for illustration, and outlines the history of the episcopal see and adjacent castle while noting measurements, stylistic details, and records of restorations for visitors and students of ecclesiastical architecture.