SCOTLAND'S CASTLES REVISED by Chris Tabraham

SCOTLAND'S CASTLES REVISED by Chris Tabraham

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The authoritative and engaging story of Scotland's Castles from the 12th to the 16th centuries, from mighty castles royal to tall storeys and poky dwellings.

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SCOTLAND'S CASTLES REVISED by Chris Tabraham

The authoritative and engaging story of Scotland's Castles from the 12th to the 16th centuries, from mighty castles royal to tall storeys and poky dwellings. Despite their grand associations, Scottish castles were central to the lives of many Scots, of all social stations; castles were their work place, their place of worship, their army barracks, their law court, their prison, their hotel, their place of entertainment and even their place of execution. For that reason, author Chris Tabraham enthusiastically covers the rich history of these buildings, covering as much as anything the human aspect of the Scottish castle. In this new edition, fully revised and updated with the latest field surveys, archaeological excavations and tree-ring dating, the book covers: the physical nature of castles and their changing styles; the people who lived, worked, prayed and died in Scotland's castles; the military role of castles Hugely readable and richly illustrated, this book is for all those interested in Scotland's history.
Chris Tabraham is a Principal inspector of Ancient Monuments with Historic Scotland. A self-confessed 'castle buff', he has directed excavations at several Scottish castles and written extensively about many others. He lives in Edinburgh, Scotland.
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ISBN 13 9780713489439
ISBN 10 071348943X
Title SCOTLAND'S CASTLES REVISED
Author Tabraham Chris
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Batsford Ltd
Year published 2007-02-28
Number of pages 128
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.