Author : Robin S. Oggins
Publisher : MetroBooks
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,38 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Architecture, Medieval
ISBN : 9781567990959
Leads the reader on a tour through the history of the castle, from Europe in the early Middle Ages to North America in the twentieth century.
Author : J.E. Kaufmann
Publisher : Da Capo Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 19,43 MB
Release : 2004-04-14
Category : History
ISBN : 9780306813580
The great walled castles of the medieval world continue to fascinate the modern world. Today, the remains of medieval forts and walls throughout Europe are popular tourist sites. Unlike many other books on castles, The Medieval Fortress is unique in its comprehensive treatment of these architectural wonders from a military perspective.The Medieval Fortress includes an analysis of the origins and evolution of castles and other walled defenses, a detailed description of their major components, and the reasons for their eventual decline. The authors, acclaimed fortification experts J.E. and H.W. Kaufmann, explain how the military strategies and weapons used in the Middle Ages led to many modifications of these structures. All of the representative types of castles and fortifications are discussed, from the British Isles, Ireland, France, Germany, Moorish Spain, Italy, as far east as Poland and Russia, as well as Muslim and Crusader castles in the Middle East. Over 200 photographs and 300 extraordinarily detailed technical drawings, plans, and sketches by Robert M. Jurga accompany and enrich the main text.
Author : Stuart Reid
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 37,48 MB
Release : 2012-09-20
Category : History
ISBN : 1782004386
With the exception of the key royal sites, such as Stirling and Edinburgh, few Scottish castles were located at strategic points, or were intended to house garrisons required to defend or subjugate towns. Instead they were primarily fortified dwelling houses, erected in an environment of weak Royal authority and endemic feuding between rival clans and groups, in both Highland and Lowland areas. Although some enceinte castles were developed during the 16th and 17th centuries, most defensive construction focused on the tower house, a distinctive vernacular style of Scottish fortification. This book examines the design, development, and purpose of these quintessentially Scottish buildings, and also covers larger sites such as Urquhart and Blackness.
Author : Stephen Turnbull
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 129 pages
File Size : 44,78 MB
Release : 2011-12-20
Category : History
ISBN : 1780962169
The landscape of 16thand 17th-century Japan was dominated by the graceful and imposing castles constructed by the powerful 'daimyo' of the period. In this the most turbulent era in Japanese history, these militarily sophisticated structures provided strongholds for the consolidation and control of territory, and inevitably they became the focus for many of the great sieges of Japanese history: Nagashino (1575), Kitanosho (1583), Odawara (1590), Fushimi (1600), Osaka (1615) and Hara (1638), the last of the battles that brought an end to a period of intense civil war. This title traces their development from the earliest timber stockades to the immense structures that dominated the great centres of Osaka and Edo.
Author : Barbara Knox
Publisher : Bearport Publishing
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 45,99 MB
Release : 2006-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1597162485
Describes the history of the eleventh-century castle located in Scotland's capital city, discussing battles, sieges, and ghost sightings.
Author : Mojang Ab
Publisher : Del Rey
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 24,57 MB
Release : 2017-10-03
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 1524797391
Have you ever wanted to create your own legendary medieval kingdom to rule over? Well, now you can, with Minecraft Exploded Builds: Medieval Fortress. Learn how to design, build, and customize every part of your castle and the surrounding area, from sturdy walls and deadly traps to dank, dark dungeons and sprawling villages. Each build has an exploded view to show you exactly which blocks to use, plus extra ideas to make every part of your kingdom unique. Packed with interesting facts about medieval life, full-color illustrations, and a foldout depicting the epic scale of the kingdom, this official Mojang book has dozens of building ideas to ignite the imaginations of Minecrafters of all ages. This ebook is best viewed on a color device with a larger screen. Collect all of the official Minecraft books: Minecraft: The Island Minecraft: The Crash Minecraft: The Lost Journals Minecraft: The Survivors’ Book of Secrets Minecraft: Exploded Builds: Medieval Fortress Minecraft: Guide to Exploration Minecraft: Guide to Creative Minecraft: Guide to the Nether & the End Minecraft: Guide to Redstone Minecraft: Mobestiary Minecraft: Guide to Enchantments & Potions Minecraft: Guide to PVP Minigames Minecraft: Guide to Farming Minecraft: Let’s Build! Theme Park Adventure Minecraft for Beginners
Author : Stephen Turnbull
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 151 pages
File Size : 18,66 MB
Release : 2012-10-20
Category : History
ISBN : 1782005153
The Japanese invasion and occupation of Korea, which lasted from 1592 to 1598, was the only occasion in Japanese history when samurai aggression was turned against a foreign country. During the occupation of Korea the Japanese built 25 wajo or castles. Unlike the castles built in Japan, these fortifications were never developed or modernized after the Japanese departure. The details of late 16th-century castle construction are therefore better preserved than at many other sites. Written by Stephen Turnbull, an expert in the subject, this book examines the castles built by the Japanese in Korea, as well as the use made of existing Korean fortifications, particularly city walls. This resulted in curious hybrid fortifications that dominated the landscape until the Japanese were pushed out of the peninsula by a furious onslaught from huge Chinese armies.
Author : Robert Snedden
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 42,54 MB
Release : 2016-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1499430957
Hoist the drawbridge and ready the cannons! Even reluctant readers will storm the bookshelves for this high-interest topic where history, math, and magic intersect. This innovative text goes far beyond the familiar medieval European architecture and enhances readers’ global awareness through Celtic fortified settlements, Roman warrior towns, massive Japanese structures, and other architectural marvels. Fantastic photographs and a helpful map will visually enrich the readers’ journey, and they will be thrilled to build their own paper castles in a concluding engineering activity section.
Author : Constance Louisa Adams
Publisher : London : Elliot Stock
Page : 390 pages
File Size : 43,12 MB
Release : 1904
Category : Architecture, Irish
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Author : Stephen Turnbull
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 154 pages
File Size : 17,77 MB
Release : 2012-10-20
Category : History
ISBN : 178200517X
Dr Stephen Turnbull is internationally recognised for his research into and writing on Japanese military history. Here he applies his scholarship to an account of the evolution of Japanese defensive architecture and engineering, from early earthworks through to wooden and earth castles and, finally, the emergence of the stone towers that are so characteristic of the samurai. He also plots the adaptation of Japanese castles to accommodate the introduction of firearms. With unpublished photographs from the author's private collection and full-colour artwork, including detailed cutaways, this is an essential guide to the fascinating development of Japanese castles.
