Medieval Castles
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The castle was far more than a walled and turreted fortress; it was an instrument of social control and the symbol of power, authority, and wealth. Acknowledged expert Marilyn Stokstad combines interpretive essays and original documents in English translation in order to examine the role of the castle in society as well as its use in war.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0313325251
ISBN13:9780313325250
Release Date:May 2005
Publisher:Greenwood
Length:256 Pages
Weight:1.20 lbs.
Dimensions:0.9" x 6.2" x 9.5"
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Blends thirty illustrations with twenty brief biographies of rulers, builders, and histories of medi
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Marilyn Stokstad's Medieval Castles blends thirty illustrations with twenty brief biographies of rulers, builders, and histories of medieval castles, reviewing both military and social systems to consider the construction and popularity of castles and other fortifications of their times. From different castle purposes to the symbolism of architecture, Medieval Castles is a highly recommended addition to Greenwood's 'Guides to Historic Events of the Medieval World' series
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