From prehistoric times to the Middle Ages, the Welsh Borders were
the scene of continual strife, as can be seen from the Iron Age and
Roman forts, Offa's Dyke and the wealth of medieval castles to be
found here. For a short time the Marches formed in the
north-western boundary of the Roman Empire. In the Middle Ages
there was bitter fighting between the Norman conquerors and the
Welth, and in-fighting among feuding barons. Later the dissolution
of the monasteries, the imposistion of enclosures, the creation of
parkland, the mining of the Shropshire coalfield and the coming of
the Industrial Revolution all made their impact on the landscape.
Today the Marches are under threat from various forces which are
discussed in the final chapter. The distinguished landscape
archaeologist Trevor Rowley (who was born and educated in
Shrewsbury) looks at the countryside, villages and towns of this
area, and reveals the clues that they provide to the history of its
people over the centuries. Under the author's condident guidance,
there are many hidden treasures to be found in this relatively
unknown region of Britain - whether forgotten Saxon churches or
lost medieval boroughs. With its numerous illustrations, this is a
book that will inform and delight both local residents and visitors
to the border counties.
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