British Castles Containing 32 Full-Page Illustrations in Colour and a Number of Plans and Diagrams in the Text
London: Adam and Charles Black, 1911. First Edition. Hardcover. 8vo. Pp. xx, 208. Frontis. color plate. Illustrated with 32 color plates and numerous line drawings interspersed throughout text. With preface and index. Green cloth, title stamped in gilt with illustration and decorations in black and beige, top edge gilt: corners a tad bumped, gift inscription in ink on front free endpaper. Very Good. Item #12371
A classic of architectural history with relevance to researchers today, the work meticulously examines various types of fortifications, tracing their development and evolution from rudimentary earthworks and ramparts to intricate stone keeps, laying the foundation for subsequent advancement. Enhanced by detailed drawings, plans, and diagrams, and 32 striking full-colour plates. INMAN 129.
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