Peter Coffman
Professor
Art History
Carleton University
Canada
Biography
I am an architectural historian whose fate was sealed many years ago when I caught my first glimpse of Canterbury Cathedral from a train window. My infatuation with the Middle Ages gradually expanded to include later re-inventions of medieval forms – particularly Canadian Gothic Revival architecture, which is now my main area of research. An overarching theme in my current work is the exploration of the many cultural and political meanings that have been attached to the Gothic style from the twelfth century to the present day.
Research Interest
Art History
Publications
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“The Introduction of Ecclesiology to Nova Scotiaâ€, Studies in Victorian Architecture and Design Vol. 4: Ecclesiology Abroad, London: The Victorian Society, 78-93 (2012)
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“The Canadian Churches of Stephen C. Earleâ€, Journal of the Society for the Study of Architecture in Canada, volume 38, no. 1, 67-74 (2013)
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“The Gibbsian Tradition in Nova Scotiaâ€, Architecture in the Classical Tradition: Essays in Honour of Pierre du Prey, New York: Harvey Miller
