How Castles Were Built

Castle building though the ages

How Castles Were Built (The Age of Castles) by Peter Hicks describes castle building from the earliest castles, which were made of wood, to the great stone castles built at the time of the crusades for children.

Defensive and offensive weapon

Castles were built not only as a defensive measure, and offensive weapon, but also as a home. Castles were made by their owners for specific purposes, or evolved into new purposes over time. First and foremost castles were places of protection from an invading enemy. Secondly castles were offensive weapons, built in otherwise hostile territories from which to control surrounding lands. Castles, on an average, took 10-15 years to complete.

Peter Hicks

Peter Hicks defines the castle and its function in the medieval world. He also describes the characteristics of the different types of castles and how the design evolved. To gain additional facts, a glossary, timeline, index and bibliography are included.
A three-part illustrated project, showing how to make a model of a typical 'concentric' castle is also included.

Publication

How Castles Were Built (The Age of Castles) by Peter Hicks
Publisher: Hodder Wayland
ISBN: 0750232285

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