Castles & fortifications books

The Reformation in the Netherlands went hand in hand with the Eighty Years War. Not only about denominational positions...  Read More >>

This book explores the relationship between castle-building in Ireland and castle-building in contemporary Europe....  Read More >>

Originally published in 1957, Exploring Castles examines the 'classic' castle story. The book traces the origins...  Read More >>

Originally published in 1988 The Castles in England and Wales is a comprehensive treatment of the archaeology of...  Read More >>

Ports have been extremely important locations in Muslim memory since the time of the Prophet. Islam was spread through...  Read More >>

Amsterdam Castle Muiderslot is not just the oldest castle in the Netherlands. Its gardens still produce a rich harvest...  Read More >>

The first major study of the role of the castle in the Wars of the Roses.  Read More >>

The second theme is concerned with the subsequent history of the building as an occasional royal residence, the...  Read More >>

Journey across the world and throughout history to discover the world's best and most unusual castles, and learn...  Read More >>

A major architectural assessment of the Edwardian castle in Wales. Reappraises one of the best-known castle builders...  Read More >>

This book tells the turbulent story of the finest Medieval castle in the Netherlands, now a lively place enjoyed...  Read More >>

Historic Scotland's official souvenir guide for Doune Castle, packed with research, photography and illustrations....  Read More >>

Historic Scotland's official souvenir guide for Stirling Castle, packed with research, photography and illustrations. ...  Read More >>

Historic Scotland's official souvenir guide for Urquhart Castle, packed with research, photography and illustrations....  Read More >>

Historic Scotland's official souvenir guide for Edinburgh Castle, packed with research, photography and illustrations....  Read More >>

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In this fully illustrated book, Paul Davis guides the reader to some of the most awe-inspiring and romantic castles...  Read More >>

PART FOUR OF THE TROY QUARTET Bringing ancient myth to life with passion, humour,...  Read More >>

An innovative examination of heritage politics in Japan, showing how castles have been used to re-invent and recapture...  Read More >>

This is a beautifully illustrated historical publication outlining the history of one of Ireland's oldest inhabited...  Read More >>

"Eltz Castle near Koblenz deeply impressed many visitors. The German art-historian Georg Dehio declared it 'the...  Read More >>

In the present volume an attempt is made to trace the growth of the general principles of medieval fortification,...  Read More >>

Die Ara des Festungsbaus war in der Zeit um 1900 keineswegs beendet, sondern trat in eine neue Phase ein. Alleine...  Read More >>

This sumptuous illustrated study traces the transformation of Cardiff Castle across 250 years of history, honouring...  Read More >>

First multi-disciplinary study of the cultural and social milieu of the post-medieval castle.  Read More >>