Strongholds & Sanctuaries: The Borderland of England & Wales FROM THE PUBLISHER
A delightful extravaganza of castles, romance, and folklore! Ellis Peters (Edith Pargeter) is one of England's most celebrated suspense novelists. She brings her considerable narrative talents to this work, co-authored with noted architect/photographer Roy Morgan, whose breathtaking photographs of England's ancient castles adorn this handsome volume.
The authors trace (and show) relics of the Roman conquerors of the Celts...the Jutes, Angles, Saxons, and Danes...the Norman Invasion...the Welsh of the northern March..and the castles and abbeys that still stand as monuments to each period of history. Every castle has its own unique romantic history. Here is the story of Tintern Abbey, the idyllic ruins whose "steep and lofty cliffs" are celebrated in Wordsworth's poem. Here is the curious lizard-shaped prehistoric Arthur's Stone, with the explanation of how it got its name. The very essence of medieval times comes to life as each castle, each mead and valley, each scenic spot is portrayed in both text and magnificent photographs.
This is a book to be enjoyed for generations, a historical record that comes alive through bright and lively storytelling and gallery-quality photos. A "must" for armchair travelers and history buffs. 7 1/2" x 10 1/2". Color photos. 184 pp.
FROM THE CRITICS
Booknews
Gorgeous color photographs, many of them full-page or double- page, are framed by text on the history of the castles, garrison towns, hidden villages, and landscape that were the scene of savage conflict between the Welsh and the invading Normans during the Middle Ages and into the 16th century. A travel guide, but too large to fit in the pocket. No bibliography. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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