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Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Ely by W. D. Sweeting is part of the renowned Bell's Cathedral Series, which provides detailed and accessible histories of some of the most important cathedrals in England. This particular volume focuses on Ely Cathedral, one of the architectural marvels of medieval Britain, renowned for its soaring structure and its intricate designs.Sweeting delves into the cathedral’s rich history, beginning with its foundation in the 7th century by St. Etheldreda as a monastic community, which later became one of the most significant ecclesiastical buildings in England. The book covers Ely’s transformation into a cathedral after the Norman Conquest and describes its various phases of construction, including the addition of the iconic octagonal tower, which stands as a unique feature in the history of Gothic architecture.