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Castles of England, Scotland and Wales

by Paul Johnson

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Examines the history and development of British castles from the time of the Iron Age hill forts, discusses the role of castles in social, political, and economic life, and describes the restoration of several castles in the nineteenth century.

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Genres: Nonfiction, History, Art & Design, General Nonfiction, Travel
DDC/MDS: 941 — History & geography History of Europe British Isles
LCC: DA660 — History of Europe, Asia, Africa and Oceania Great Britain History of Great Britain England Description and travel. Guidebooks
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Languages: English, Norwegian
Media: Paper
ISBNs: 11
ASINs: 7

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Published: 1978
Genres: Nonfiction, History, Art & Design, General Nonfiction, Travel
DDC/MDS: 941
LCC: DA660

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