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Author : Malcolm Day
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780872262782
Total Pages : 46 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (627 download)
Download or read book The World of Castles and Forts written by Malcolm Day and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An illustrated history of castles and forts through the ages, from Mycenaean citadels to bomb shelters.
Author : A. van Dantzig
Publisher : Sedco Publishing
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 122 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)
Download or read book Forts and Castles of Ghana written by A. van Dantzig and published by Sedco Publishing. This book was released on 1999 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The forts and castles of Ghana form a unique memorial to a precolonial period when representatives of European trading companies bartered as equals with African merchants. It was a colourful episode of world history spanning four centuries, from the fifteenth century Portuguese voyages of discovery to the beginings of the imperial epoch. This books traces the history of more than fifty forts, castles and trading posts built on Ghana's coasts by various European nations. Each entry is accompanied by a descriptive guide and black and white illustrations. Albert van Dantzig, originally from Holland, has lived in Ghana since 1963 and is the senior lecturer in history at the University of Ghana, he is the author of two previous books; The Dutch Participation in the Slave Trade and The Dutch on the Guinea Coast, 1680-1740.
Author : Phyllis G. Jestice
Publisher : Amber Books
ISBN 13 : 9781838860981
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (69 download)
Download or read book Castles of the World written by Phyllis G. Jestice and published by Amber Books. This book was released on 2021-05-14 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the Highlands of Scotland to the plains of northern India, Castles of the World is a beautiful examination of past worlds viewed through strongholds that continue to enrich the modern landscape. Presented in a handy, pocket-sized format, arranged chronologically, and illustrated with more than 200 color photographs, Castles of the World examines more than 150 fortifications from across the world, from Cathar castles and Alpine schlösser to Norman keeps and Samurai strongholds. Discover how the thirteenth-century Eilean Donan Castle in Scotland was destroyed during the Jacobite rebellion of 1719; learn about Turkey's Marmaris Castle, built in 1522 by Suleiman the Magnificent to support his attack on neighboring Rhodes; and explore the Mughal-constructed Red Fort in Delhi, home of Muslim rulers from 1648 until 1803, and today a symbol of Indian nationalism.
Author : Gianni Guadalupi
Publisher : White Star Editions
ISBN 13 : 9788854400979
Total Pages : 272 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (9 download)
Download or read book Castelli Del Mondo. Ediz. Inglese written by Gianni Guadalupi and published by White Star Editions. This book was released on 2005-01-01 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Simon Adams
Publisher : Kingfisher
ISBN 13 : 9780753461198
Total Pages : 68 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (611 download)
Download or read book Castles and Forts written by Simon Adams and published by Kingfisher. This book was released on 2007-04-18 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: KFK Castles & Forts takes you on an incredible journey through history. From the first Iron Age hill forts, travel to some of the world's greatest fortresses and castles. Find out more about Fort Ticonderoga and the part it played in the Revolutionary War; discover the secrets of Masada, King Herod's Judean fortress; visit Chateau Gaillard, and a medieval French castle under siege; marvel at the architecture of Japan's Himeji Castle; and learn about one of the most famous crusader castles, Syria's Krak des Chevaliers - home of the medieval Knights Hospitallers.
Author : Miriam Moss
Publisher : POINTERS
ISBN 13 : 9781781213209
Total Pages : 32 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (132 download)
Download or read book Castles and Forts written by Miriam Moss and published by POINTERS. This book was released on 2016-03 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book looks at famous castles and forts around the world, including an Iron Age hill fort, a Norman keep and a beautiful French château, and describes what life was life was like for the people who lived there.
Author : J.E. Kaufmann
Publisher : Da Capo Press
ISBN 13 : 9780306813580
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (135 download)
Download or read book The Medieval Fortress written by J.E. Kaufmann and published by Da Capo Press. This book was released on 2004-04-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The great walled castles of the medieval world continue to fascinate the modern world. Today, the remains of medieval forts and walls throughout Europe are popular tourist sites. Unlike many other books on castles, The Medieval Fortress is unique in its comprehensive treatment of these architectural wonders from a military perspective.The Medieval Fortress includes an analysis of the origins and evolution of castles and other walled defenses, a detailed description of their major components, and the reasons for their eventual decline. The authors, acclaimed fortification experts J.E. and H.W. Kaufmann, explain how the military strategies and weapons used in the Middle Ages led to many modifications of these structures. All of the representative types of castles and fortifications are discussed, from the British Isles, Ireland, France, Germany, Moorish Spain, Italy, as far east as Poland and Russia, as well as Muslim and Crusader castles in the Middle East. Over 200 photographs and 300 extraordinarily detailed technical drawings, plans, and sketches by Robert M. Jurga accompany and enrich the main text.
Author : Robert Snedden
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 1398200298
Total Pages : 32 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (982 download)
Download or read book Castles and Fortresses Around the World written by Robert Snedden and published by . This book was released on 2021-06-24 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Travel back in time and discover everything you ever wanted to know about castles. Find out how they were used for defence and how they kept people safe from attack. From the first wooden castles of the British Isles to the underground fortresses of the Cold War, you'll get the grips with why and how they were built. As well as medieval architecture, this book explores Roman warrior towns and impressive Japanese structures. Wonderful photographs and a world map help readers understand the geographical and historical context of these amazing buildings.
Author : Mojang Ab
Publisher : Del Rey
ISBN 13 : 1524797391
Total Pages : 80 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (247 download)
Download or read book Minecraft: Exploded Builds: Medieval Fortress written by Mojang Ab and published by Del Rey. This book was released on 2017-10-03 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever wanted to create your own legendary medieval kingdom to rule over? Well, now you can, with Minecraft Exploded Builds: Medieval Fortress. Learn how to design, build, and customize every part of your castle and the surrounding area, from sturdy walls and deadly traps to dank, dark dungeons and sprawling villages. Each build has an exploded view to show you exactly which blocks to use, plus extra ideas to make every part of your kingdom unique. Packed with interesting facts about medieval life, full-color illustrations, and a foldout depicting the epic scale of the kingdom, this official Mojang book has dozens of building ideas to ignite the imaginations of Minecrafters of all ages. This ebook is best viewed on a color device with a larger screen. Collect all of the official Minecraft books: Minecraft: The Island Minecraft: The Crash Minecraft: The Lost Journals Minecraft: The Survivors’ Book of Secrets Minecraft: Exploded Builds: Medieval Fortress Minecraft: Guide to Exploration Minecraft: Guide to Creative Minecraft: Guide to the Nether & the End Minecraft: Guide to Redstone Minecraft: Mobestiary Minecraft: Guide to Enchantments & Potions Minecraft: Guide to PVP Minigames Minecraft: Guide to Farming Minecraft: Let’s Build! Theme Park Adventure Minecraft for Beginners
Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 0744035678
Total Pages : 146 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (44 download)
Download or read book Castles written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2020-09-22 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Journey across the world and throughout history to discover the world's best and most unusual castles, and learn about their features, from the tallest turrets to the dingiest dungeons. Find out how castles have changed over time and what happened to the people who lived in them. A glimpse into the history of different castles around the world, the dramatic battles to conquer them, and the weapons that defended and defeated them. Travel through time and venture into the wonderful world of castles, from the extravagant châteaux of France, to the impenetrable fortresses of Japan. Find out why castles were built and witness some of the most famous sieges in history. Trek across the world to visit castles perched on perilous clifftops and exotic islands. Meet the medieval rulers who built the grandest castles and forts, and the modern tycoons who splashed out money trying to replicate them. Discover why the spiral staircases in castles always turned clockwise, and why their toilets always smelled so bad! And learn about the great lengths that prisoners would go to in order to escape... This children's book takes you on an immersive adventure to a collection of castles each beautifully illustrated at a particular moment in history. See the world's best castles from a range of viewpoints, whether you are standing next to samurai warriors waiting to attack, or castle jesters entertaining the king. Castle is a fact-packed, modern look at a classic topic.
Author : Erika Hueneke
Publisher : Centennial Books
ISBN 13 : 1951274334
Total Pages : 111 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (512 download)
Download or read book The World's Most Amazing Castles written by Erika Hueneke and published by Centennial Books. This book was released on 2020-07-21 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Guinevere to Game of Thrones, from Dracula to Disney fairy tales, castles have captured the imagination of humankind for centuries. This exceptional bucket list travel guide takes the reader to the 100 most amazing castles across the globe, revealing their intriguing histories and must-see treasures. Explore the British Isles’ most storied palaces, the graceful chateaux of France, Germany’s mountaintop manors, the exotic castillos of Spain and Portugal, Asia’s ornate imperial forts and more. In addition, readers will find out where to play king for a day at castle hotels, learn which strongholds were featured in favorite films, and discover American beauties close to home. Featuring stunning photography, fascinating details and helpful travel tips, this volume is sure to inspire the next storybook adventure.
Author :
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781410944498
Total Pages : 32 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (444 download)
Download or read book World's Most Amazing Castles written by and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Looks at ten of the most distinctive castles and forts in the world, from the ancient Arg-é Bam castle in Iran to the picturesque nineteenth-century Neuschwanstein castle in Germany.
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Publisher : BRILL
ISBN 13 : 9004380175
Total Pages : 294 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (43 download)
Download or read book Forts, Castles and Society in West Africa written by and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2018-10-02 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume consists of multiple original comprehensive scholarship about and approaches to the history of the fortresses of Ghana and Benin. It suggests an alternative approach and view on them.
Author : Arnold Walter Lawrence
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 498 pages
Book Rating : 4.F/5 ( download)
Download or read book Trade Castles & Forts of West Africa written by Arnold Walter Lawrence and published by . This book was released on 1963 with total page 498 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Simon Adams
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (119 download)
Download or read book Castles & Forts written by Simon Adams and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An illustrated exploration of a wide array of castles and fortifications throughout the world, from Norman mottes to Maori forts, including how and why they were built and their importance in history.
Author : Terri Hardin
Publisher : Smithmark Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9780765192226
Total Pages : 84 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (922 download)
Download or read book Forts & Castles written by Terri Hardin and published by Smithmark Publishers. This book was released on 1999-03-22 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brief text and labeled illustrations discuss the history and architecture of several forts and castles, focusing on the protection they afforded and mechanisms used in siege against them.
Author : Brian Williams
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780600584247
Total Pages : 48 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (842 download)
Download or read book Forts & Castles written by Brian Williams and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Looks at the building of forts and castles, and their uses, throughout history and around the world. Suggested level: intermediate, junior secondary.
