History Of Farnham Castle (1874) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781168761002)

The book ""History of Farnham Castle"" is a detailed account of the history of Farnham Castle, a medieval castle located in the town of Farnham, Surrey, England. Written by Robert Newman Milford and originally published in 1874, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the castle's construction, ownership, and use throughout its long history.The book begins with a description of the castle's origins, which date back to the 12th century when it was built by the Bishop of Winchester. Milford then goes on to detail the various owners and occupants of the castle over the centuries, including the bishops of Winchester, various members of the royal family, and even Oliver Cromwell.Throughout the book, Milford provides fascinating insights into the castle's architecture, including its defensive features, its various buildings and rooms, and the changes that were made to it over time. He also describes the various events that took place at the castle, including battles, sieges, and royal visits.The book is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers. It is also illustrated with a number of maps, diagrams, and photographs, which help to bring the castle's history to life.Overall, ""History of Farnham Castle"" is an important and valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medieval castles, as well as for those interested in the history of Farnham and the surrounding area.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Robert Newman Milford
ISBN-10: 116876100X
ISBN-13: 9781168761002
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 60
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.58lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d