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Medieval Castles of England and Wales (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781784422141)
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xDesigned both to protect the inhabitants of the towns they towered over and cow them into submission, castles dominated the landscape of Medieval England and Wales. Though some were built before 1066, the Norman Conquest left a lasting legacy of domination in the form of fortifications ranging from small earthworks now barely discernible, to mighty and dominating stone fortresses.
This book examines why medieval English kings and Welsh princes constructed castles, their importance in warfare and domestic politics, and the day-to-day lives of those who lived and worked within them. It also shows how the development of new technologies affected their construction and design, and why they eventually fell into disrepair in the late Middle Ages. Beautifully illustrated with stunning photographs, this is the perfect guide for any castle enthusiast seeking to discover more about medieval castles and their inhabitants.Author: Bernard Lowry
ISBN-10: 1784422142
ISBN-13: 9781784422141
Publisher: Shire Publications
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2017
Pages: 80
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.40lbs
Size: 8.10h x 5.80w x 0.30d
By Bernard Lowry
xFor Bernard Lowry, childhood visits to North Wales led to an early fascination for fortifications and to later travels seeking out the major fortifications of Britain and Europe. He is a founder-member of the Castles Study Group and ex-Honorary Secretary of the Fortress Study Group, for whom he has written many articles. In addition he is the author of several books on modern fortifications.
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