The Castles Of Britain And Ireland

Author : RODN CASTLEDEN,Rodney Castleden
Publisher : Quercus Publishing
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2013-07-04
Category : History
ISBN : 9781780875514

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The Castles of Britain and Ireland by RODN CASTLEDEN,Rodney Castleden Pdf

To many, medieval castles are the essence of Britain and Ireland's fascinating past. Immersed in history and centuries old, each one tells a story of Kings, Queens and feuding lords; war and bloody conflict; treason, revenge and murder. In Castles of Britain and Ireland, Rodney Castleden weaves a fascinating and detailed narrative of 115 of the grandest and most historically significant castles in the British Isles, including Balmoral in Scotland, Bunratty in Ireland, Caernarfon in Wales and St Michael's Mount in England. As well as the details of the construction, function, and often the destruction of these magnificent buildings, each chapter also tells the human stories behind these ancient walls, with fascinating details of everyday life within.

Author : Plantagenet Somerset Fry
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2001-08-01
Category : Castles
ISBN : 0715312553

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Castles of Britain and Ireland by Plantagenet Somerset Fry Pdf

This text aims to bring to life every aspect of castles and castle life: why and how they were built; the weapons that were used; their social life in ordinary and extraordinary times; their provisioning; their maintenance; and their changing role in a continually evolving political climate.

Author : Rodney Castleden
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-13
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1681446839

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The Castles of Britain and Ireland by Rodney Castleden Pdf

To many, medieval castles are the essence of Britain and Ireland's fascinating past. Immersed in history and centuries old, each one tells a story of Kings, Queens and feuding lords; war and bloody conflict; treason, revenge and murder. In Castles of Britain and Ireland, Rodney Castleden weaves a fascinating and detailed narrative of 115 of the grandest and most historically significant castles in the British Isles, including Balmoral in Scotland, Bunratty in Ireland, Caernarfon in Wales and St Michael's Mount in England. As well as the details of the construction, function, and often the destruction of these magnificent buildings, each chapter also tells the human stories behind these ancient walls, with fascinating details of everyday life within.

Author : Lise Hull
Publisher : New Holland Publishers Uk Limited
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Architecture
ISBN : UCSD:31822034789545

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The Great Castles of Britain & Ireland by Lise Hull Pdf

Britain has a unique castle heritage, and "The Great Castles of Britain and Ireland" is a celebration of 50 beautiful, unique and fascinating castles. With stunning photography by Stephen Whitehorne, the bookms engaging commentary guides the reader around the interior and exterior of each castle: architecture, furnishings, artefacts and gardens. The text is peppered with fascinating snippets of historical information, including details of past residents and military action. Included are staples such as Caerphilly, Warwick and Dover, and also Pembroke, Bamburgh and Rochester among many others. This book is a true celebration and a real treat for anyone who is fascinated by castles. The engaging text is complemented by beautiful pictures which entice the reader and bring alive the unique and very different charms of each castle covered.Lise Hull is a freelance writer, castelologist and historian. After many years in the US Navy, she gained masterms degrees in Heritage Studies (from University of Wales, Aberystwyth) and Historic Preservation (from Indiana University). She runs Castles Unlimited, which focuses on the study and promotion of British castles. Lise Hull is the author of "Countries of the World: Scotland" (Times Media) and a forthcoming book on the castles of Glamorgan.Stephen Whitehorne is one of Scotlandms foremost landscape, architectual and travel photographers. He is the photographer and author to several walking guides to Scotland, including" Exploring the Highlands of Scotland" and" Walking the Scottish Highland Round" (both Cassell), as well as photographer on many other guides His work has been widely exhibited in the UK. Stephen also teaches photography, and is basednear Edinburgh.

Author : Rodney Castleden
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Castles
ISBN : 1435138961

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Castles of Britain and Ireland by Rodney Castleden Pdf

Author : Plantagenet Somerset Fry
Publisher : David & Charles Publishers
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Castles
ISBN : 0715326929

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Castles by Plantagenet Somerset Fry Pdf

Presents original maps, plans and archive illustrations alongside hundreds of photographs, showing ruins and surviving castles in their glory. This work includes descriptions of hundreds of special buildings, from remote ruins in isolated settings to imposing piles in towns and cities.

Author : Plantagenet Somerset Fry
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Architecture
ISBN : IND:30000056689932

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Castles of Britain and Ireland by Plantagenet Somerset Fry Pdf

This reference brings to life every aspect of castles and castle life: why and how they were built, the weapons that were used in them, their social life in ordinary and extraordinary times, their provisioning, their maintenance and their changing role in a continually evolving political climate.

Author : Edd Morris
Publisher : Skyhorse
Page : 893 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2015-04-07
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781634500098

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Exploring English Castles by Edd Morris Pdf

A guide to some of the most historical and picturesque castles in England for romantics and Anglophiles alike. Castles have shaped England. For almost one thousand years, castles have been the settings of siege and battle, dens of plotting and intrigue, and refuges for troubled kings. Today, the romantic yet ruinous shapes of once grand fortresses stud the English countryside—a reminder of turbulent times past. Exploring English Castles provides readers with a breathtaking tour through the grandest castles of England. It brings ruins to life through true stories of royalty, chivalry, deception, and intrigue, played out within formerly majestic walls. Uncover the secret of Bodiam Castle, Sussex—a fortress seemingly from a fairy tale, built for a knight returning from the Hundred Years’ War. Discover how Mary Tudor, first queen of England, took refuge in Framlingham Castle, Suffolk, overturning a wily plot to deny her the throne. Unearth a delicate love story between Queen Elizabeth I and Robert Dudley, which unfolds against the genteel backdrop of Kenilworth Castle, Warwickshire. Filled with evocative photographs, awe-inspiring historical tales, and gentle humor, Exploring English Castles will delight any armchair historian, travel aficionado, or fan of historical fiction.

Author : Plantagenet Somerset Fry
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Architecture
ISBN : WISC:89066751058

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Castles of Britain and Ireland by Plantagenet Somerset Fry Pdf

In this new, expanded, and completely revised edition of his classic work, Plantagenet Somerset Fry has researched and included the very latest historical and archaeological findings on these intriguing structures.

Author : Charles Phillips
Publisher : Lorenz Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2016-02-07
Category : Castles
ISBN : 0857237926

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The Illustrated Encyclopedia of the Castles, Palaces and Stately Houses of Britain and Ireland by Charles Phillips Pdf

A beautifully illustrated history of 120 royal palaces, significant stately homes and gardens, with 500 pictures.

Author : William Howitt
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2022-04-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9783752594744

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Ruined Abbeys and Castles of Great Britain and Ireland by William Howitt Pdf

Reprint of the original, first published in 1864. Second series. The Photographic Illustrations by Thompson, Sedgfield, Ogle, and Hemphill.

Author : Paul Johnson
Publisher : Orion Publishing Company
Page : 215 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 0753802627

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Castles of England, Scotland and Wales by Paul Johnson Pdf

England, Scotland, and Wales together possess one of the largest and most impressive collections of castles anywhere in the world. Their names--Kenilworth, Edinburgh, Bodiam, Stirling, Tintagel--conjure images of romance, battles and intrigue. Trace each stage of the castles' development from Norman times through Plantagenet and Edwardian expansion, including their role in strengthening the coastline during the Tudor age, the appalling devastation suffered in the Civil War, and the gradual decay of the castle--and its renaissance.

Author : Bernard Lowry
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 81 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2017-05-18
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781784422158

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Medieval Castles of England and Wales by Bernard Lowry Pdf

Designed to dominate the surrounding area, to house powerful garrisons, offer sumptuous quarters for local nobility, and to discourage and repel enemy attacks, castles dominated England and Wales for more than half a millennium. Though some were built before 1066, the Norman Conquest left a lasting legacy in the form of fortifications ranging from small earthworks now barely discernible, to mighty and dominating stone fortresses. This book examines why castles were so essential to medieval warfare, their importance in 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 fortifications and their inhabitants.

Author : Lise Hull
Publisher : IMM Lifestyle Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Castles
ISBN : 1847739202

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Castles of Britain and Ireland by Lise Hull Pdf

Britain has a unique castle heritage, and Castles of Britain and Ireland is an exploration of 50 fascinating and awe-inspiring castles. With stunning photography by Stephen Whitehorne, the book's engaging commentary guides the reader around the interior and exterior of each castle: architecture, furnishings, artefacts and gardens. The text is peppered with interesting snippets of historical information, including details of past residents and military action. Included are staples such as Caerphilly, Warwick and Dover, and also Pembroke, Bamburgh and Rochester among many others. Essential travel information on prices and transport links is provided for each castle, making this a practical 'glove-box' title as well as an object of beauty. The book is a true celebration and a real treat for anyone who is fascinated by castles. The engaging text is complemented by beautiful pictures which entice the reader and bring alive and unique and very different charms of each castle covered.

Author : Mairead Ashe Fitzgerald
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2015-03-02
Category : Castles
ISBN : 1847176674

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Castles of Ireland by Mairead Ashe Fitzgerald Pdf

Castles are the most familiar medieval landmark across the Irish countryside. Their often romantic appearance belies their turbulent history and their lore abounds in stories of sieges, betrayals and daring escapes. From the earliest stone castles such as Dublin Castle to the fortified manor houses such as Red Hugh O'Donnell's Donegal Castle, each has a fascinating and individual story to tell. Castles of Ireland brings the reader on a tour of more than sixty castles, from the biggest and most well-known to dramatic and atmospheric ruins which had a role to play in shaping Ireland's history.