An illustrated, concise account of the development and decline of castle architecture, this discusses the great variety in style, strength and location of castles. Examining castles both as fortresses in times of war and as residences, the author concentrates on eight castles which represent the apogee of medieval fortification and describes the famous sieges of Rochester, Kenilworth and Bedford. R.Allen Brown has written several standard texts on castles and a number of guidebooks on individual castles.

The Architecture Of Castles: A Visual Guide

Arts & Photography

R. Allen Brown

Architecture

Batsford Ltd.

<p>Brown explores Europe as it was during the 5th to 13th centuries, with a twofold purpose: to show the relevance of medieval history at a time when interest seems to be waning, and to show that the origins of modern Europe lie in the Middle Ages. He writes that "--all that matters most in the history of the West had happened by [about 1300]".. 252 pages inc. Suggestions for Further Reading and Index. 8.5 x 5.75 inches. Barnes &amp; Noble, New York, 1996.</p>

The Origins of Modern Europe: The Medieval Heritage of Western Civilization

History

Barnes&Noble Books

The Battle of Hastings and the Norman Conquest

Pitkin

Dover Castle is a medieval castle in the town of the same name in the English county of Kent. It was founded in the 12th century and has been described as the "Key to England" due to its defensive significance throughout history. It is the largest castle in England.

Dover Castle, Kent (An English Heritage handbook)

Historic Buildings and Monuments Commission for England

Castle Rising Castle - Norfolk

English Heritage

Castles a History and Guide

New Orchard Editions

England in Europe, 1066-1453

john-gillingham

Anthony Goodman

Richard, Benjamin

Janet L. Nelson

Nigel Saul

Deborah Kahn

Hugh Lawrence

Benjamin Arnold

Robin Studd

R. R. Davies

J. R. MADDICOTT

Malcolm Vale

Europe

COLLINS BROWN

<p>Dust Jacket in Near Fine condition.</p>

Castles from the Air

Reference

Language Study & Reference

Bookmark / PRC

Die Normannen

DTV Verlag

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