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Abbeys, Castles, And Ancient Halls Of England And Wales: Their Legendary Lore And Popular History

Abbeys, Castles, And Ancient Halls Of England And Wales: Their Legendary Lore And Popular History

Timbs, John

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Medieval & Renaissance HistoryMythology & FolkloreGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1425495575
ISBN13: 9781425495572
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 5 2006
Pages: 612
Weight: 1.95
Height: 1.36 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Abbeys, Castles, and Ancient Halls of England and Wales is a comprehensive guide to some of the most iconic and historic buildings in these countries. Written by John Timbs, a prominent 19th-century British author and antiquarian, the book provides an in-depth exploration of the legends, myths, and popular history associated with these structures. The book is organized into chapters that cover different regions of England and Wales, with each chapter focusing on a particular abbey, castle, or hall. Timbs provides detailed descriptions of the architecture and layout of each building, as well as its historical significance and cultural importance. He also delves into the legends and folklore associated with each structure, providing readers with a rich and engaging narrative that brings these ancient buildings to life. Throughout the book, Timbs draws on a wide range of sources, including historical records, folklore, and literary works, to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the cultural and historical significance of these buildings. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs, which help to bring the buildings and their stories to life. Overall, Abbeys, Castles, and Ancient Halls of England and Wales is a fascinating and informative guide to some of the most iconic and historic buildings in these countries. It is a must-read for anyone interested in British history, architecture, or folklore.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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