Castles

Both intrepid tourists and ardent armchair travelers will find this illustrated companion to the magnificent castles of Britain and Ireland a must have. Complete with maps, photographs, and reconstructions, it offers a fascinating peek into these famous sites, and the aristocracy that once dominated them. Find out about the people who lived in these awe-inspiring buildings, why and how castles were built, what economic role they played, and what methods of defense were incorporated into the castles’ structures.