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OverviewDuring the Middle Ages, castles and other fortified buildings were a common feature of the European landscape. As central powers rose and fell, the insecurity of the times inspired a revival of fortifications first introduced in the Roman Empire. Despite limitations in construction techniques and manpower, medieval fortifications were continuously adapted to meet new political circumstances and weapons technology. Here is an illustrated guide to the architecture of medieval fortifications, from the first castles to the fortified cities of the 15th and 16th centuries. In hundreds of detailed and thoroughly researched pen-and-ink drawings, historian and artist Jean-Denis G. G. Lepage introduces the reader to the development and diversity of European medieval military architecture. Each drawing is accompanied by meticulous descriptions of types of buildings (e.g., motte-and-bailey castles), built-in defenses (arrow slits, pepper-pot towers), and particular castles and cities (the Mont-Saint-Michel, the city of Jerusalem). Elements of medieval warfare and weaponry are also covered in drawings and text. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Jean-Denis G.G. LepagePublisher: McFarland & Co Inc Imprint: McFarland & Co Inc Dimensions: Width: 21.60cm , Height: 1.70cm , Length: 27.90cm Weight: 0.767kg ISBN: 9780786460991ISBN 10: 0786460997 Pages: 335 Publication Date: 03 January 2011 Recommended Age: From 18 years Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsTable of Contents Acknowledgments Preface 1. The Decline of Fortifications from the 5th to the 9th Centuries 2. The Revival of Military Architecture from the 10th to the 12th Centuries 3. The Evolution and Apogee of Medieval Castles in the 13th and 14th Centuries 4. Transitional Fortifications in the 15th and 16th Century 5. European Towns from the 12th to the 16th Century Conclusion Bibliography IndexReviewsa wonderfully illustrated, comprehensive volume...useful...a good read --<i>De Re Militari</i>; meticulous pen-and-ink drawings...detailed, well-captioned drawings...military history enthusiasts will love this book --<i>VOYA</i>; will be of interest --<i>Reference Reviews</i>; excellent...valuable...wealth of information...a useful research tool --<i>Mediaevistik</i>; a clear, detailed, and beautifully illustrated survey...useful --<i>Reference & Research Book News.</i> a wonderfully illustrated, comprehensive volume...useful...a good read --De Re Militari meticulous pen-and-ink drawings...detailed, well-captioned drawings...military history enthusiasts will love this book --VOYA will be of interest --Reference Reviews excellent...valuable...wealth of information...a useful research tool --Mediaevistik a clear, detailed, and beautifully illustrated survey...useful --Reference & Research Book News. Author InformationHistorian, writer and illustrator Jean-Denis G.G. Lepage is the author of numerous books. His interests include World War II and medieval and French history. He lives in Groningen, Netherlands. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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