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About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Skyhorse Publishing Company, Incorporated
ISBN-10
1632203480
ISBN-13
9781632203489
eBay Product ID (ePID)
202579182
Product Key Features
Book Title
Exploring English Castles : Evocative, Romantic, and Mysterious True Tales of the Kings and Queens of the British Isles
Number of Pages
272 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2015
Topic
Reference, History / Medieval, Europe / Great Britain / General, Europe / Great Britain, Europe / Medieval
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Travel, Architecture, History
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1.4 in
Item Weight
61 Oz
Item Length
10 in
Item Width
10 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Dewey Edition
23
Dewey Decimal
942
Synopsis
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., 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.
LC Classification Number
DA660
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- i***a (85)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseBook arrived quickly and in described condition. Packaging was just a waterproof mailer that arrived already open on one end, but the book suffered no damage from exposure. Likely, it was caused during the shipping process. The price was incredibly fair for the condition, and shipping was free. It cost far less than ordering it through their company website. Would absolutely buy from them again.Comanche Moon, McMurtry, Larry, 9780684807546 (#135528062604)
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Seller feedback (48,939)
- i***a (85)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseBook arrived quickly and in described condition. Packaging was just a waterproof mailer that arrived already open on one end, but the book suffered no damage from exposure. Likely, it was caused during the shipping process. The price was incredibly fair for the condition, and shipping was free. It cost far less than ordering it through their company website. Would absolutely buy from them again.Comanche Moon, McMurtry, Larry, 9780684807546 (#135528062604)
- o***_ (20)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseProduct received exactly as listed and within listed timeframe. Packaging was sturdy and thoughtful to keep the book from getting damaged in transit. Great seller to work with, thank you for the prompt and easy transaction - recommended seller!
- r***r- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseItem was described accurately. Seller responded quickly. Item was shipped promptly and packed securely. The transaction was exemplary. I would buy from this seller again.Pawpaw: In Search of America’s Forgotten Fruit, Moore, Andrew, 9781603587037 (#156770038258)