To use a phrase from Shakespeare, castles are "stories in stones." They remained the architectural landmarks of 1,000 years of British history. They have also provided the setting for some of the most dramatic deeds in British history in war and political conflict. This well researched and vividly illustrated book explores the story of England's castles, featuring many of the most colorful examples, as well as a timeline, glossary, and list of castles.--Amazon.com.
These great fortresses have provided an exciting backdrop to the history of Wales, with tales of King Arthur at Caerleon Castle, Royalists seizing Chepstow, Carreg Cennen being captured by the great folk hero Owain Glyn Dwr and the first Welsh king of England being born at Pembroke Castle.
The castle is an evocative structure, no matter its setting, and this is no truer than in Scotland, where the multitude of castles reflect the country's turbulent history: its many conflicts and skirmishes, whether against invaders from the north, the English to the south or between clans.