Goodall, John
The Castle: A History
- ISBN 13:
- 9780300251906
- author:
- Goodall, John
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Yale University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 400
- Dimensions:
- 2.1 x 1.4 centimeters (0.66 kg)
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Great Britain,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Castle: A History
A vibrant history of Britain's castles from the early Middle Ages to the present day, this book explores their significance in British life and culture. From medieval fortresses to modern manifestations, John Goodall reveals how castles have been used and reinterpreted over time.
Through a range of primary sources, including chronicles, poems, letters, and novels, Goodall sheds light on the importance of castles in our society, from their role in lordship and landholding to their enduring influence on literature and popular culture.
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