“the most profound and interesting book on bells i have ever read. Beautifully written and illustrated, it places the history and culture of bells in an international context. (the following books have been used by aba members for bell research. The american bell association does not officially endorse the publications. Weba guide to towers throughout the world with bells used for change ringing and other bells of interest. First published in book form by ronald h dove in 1950, this is the online. Webin the simplest analysis, each stanza of the bells deals with a particular type of bell and seeks to establish a specific mood. Poe associates the silver sledge bells with merriment.
