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The castles of Ireland, captivating in their number and variety,
are an integral part of the story of medieval Europe. A lord's
power and prestige were displayed in the majesty and uniqueness of
his castle. The remains of several thousand castles enable us to
reconstruct life in Ireland during these crucial centuries.
The castles of Ireland, captivating in the variety and ingenuity of
their designs, are an essential part of the history of medieval
Europe. Unlike the castles in England, however, they haven't been
studies until recently. "Castles in Ireland" explains how a
comprehensive study of the documents and physical remains of
medieval castles can tell us the stories of the lords who ruled
them and the builders who made them.
This large collection of papers forms the proceedings of the Acts du colloque international de Gwatt (Suisee), 2-10 septembre 2000. The papers explore various aspects of castles and fortified buildings across Europe, from Chepstow in the Welsh borders to Guido in France, from Kalisz in Poland to Florence in Italy. Papers in English, French and German.
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