Medieval Castles of England and Wales

Designed both to protect the their inhabitants of the towns they towered over and cow them into submission, castles dominated the landscape of Medieval England and Wales. Though some were built before 1066, the Norman Conquest left a lasting legacy of domination in the form of fortifications ranging from small earthworks now barely discernible, to mighty and dominating stone fortresses.

This book examines why medieval English kings and Welsh princes constructed castles, their importance in warfare and domestic politics, and the day-to-day lives of those who lived and worked within them. It also shows how the development of new technologies affected their construction and design, and eventually why they fell into disrepair in the late Middle Ages. Beautifully illustrated with stunning photographs, this is the perfect guide for any castle enthusiast seeking to discover more about medieval castles and their inhabitants.

Concepute atat pentru a-si proteja locuitorii din orasele pe care le-au inaltat, cat si pentru a-i supune, castelele au dominat peisajul Angliei medievale si al Tarii Galilor. Desi unele au fost construite inainte de 1066, cucerirea normanda a lasat o mostenire durabila a dominatiei sub forma de fortificatii, de la mici lucrari de pamant acum abia sesizabile, pana la puternice si dominatoare fortarete de piatra. importanta in razboi si in politica interna si in viata de zi cu zi a celor care au trait si au lucrat in interiorul lor.