Understanding the Castle Ruins of England and Wales: How to Interpret the History and Meaning of Masonry and Earthworks

by Lise Hull

Overview

Medieval castles were not just showcases for the royal and powerful, they were also the centerpieces of many people's daily lives. A travel guide as well as a historical text, this volume looks at castles not just as ruined buildings, but as part of the cultural and scenic landscape. The 88 photographs illustrate the different architectural concepts and castle features discussed in the text. The book includes glossaries of terminology, an appendix listing all the castles mentioned and their locations, notes, bibliography and index.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781476665979
Publisher:	McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers
Publication date:	03/15/2016
Pages:	228
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.90(h) x 0.70(d)
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Lise Hull has spent two decades exploring and studying British castles and has visited more than 450 castles. She lives in Bandon, Oregon.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments v

Introduction 1

1 Castle Development 9

Terminology in This Chapter 36

2 From the Outside 42

Terminology in This Chapter 79

3 Exploring the Interior 88

Terminology in This Chapter 133

4 The Manorial Estate 140

Terminology in This Chapter 161

5 The Castle Experience 168

Terminology in This Chapter 194

Appendix: Castles Mentioned

England 195

Wales 201

Other 204

Chapter Notes 205

Bibliography 209

Index 213