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Books

Howard Colvin et al, 'The King's Works', 6 vols (London, HMSO, 1963-82)

Christine Riding and Jacqueline Riding, 'The Houses of Parliament: History, Art and Architecture' (London, Merell, 2000)

Harry Boyne, 'The Houses of Parliament' (London, Batsford, 1981)

Paul Binski, 'The Painted Chamber at Westminster' (London, Society of Antiquaries, 1986)

Maurice Hastings, 'St Stephens Chapel' (Cambridge, Cambridge University Press, 1955)

John Field, 'The Story of Parliament in the Palace of Westminster' (London, James & James, 2002)

Christopher Jones, 'The Great Palace: The Story of Parliament' (London, BBC, 1983)

Booklets

A.J. Taylor, 'The Jewel Tower' (London, English Heritage, 1996)

Also within Living Heritage

Westminster Hall is the oldest building in Parliament and the only part of the ancient Palace of Westminster which survives in almost its original form. Find out more about its long history

The present-day Palace of Westminster was constructed after the Great Fire of 1834. Find out more about its architecture and interiors