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Includes original jacket. Jacket art a bit faded, 1/4 inch tear to jacket corner.Very Good. 1997 Large Hardcover. 80 pp. Explores the fascinating rise & evolution of military defenses through the history, from the 709- encampments used by Roman legions, to the stone battlements of the Middle Ages, to the frontier outposts of the Colonial period. This richly illustrated volume presents historic fortifications as unique architectural examples. With detailed text, 79 stunning full-color photos & beautiful archival artwork, the book shows how fortifications have proved to be both a symbol & a demonstration of a people s military might, expressed through the strength, magnitude, & defensive capabilities they afforded their builders.
Title: Forts & Castles: Masterpieces of Architecture
Categories: Architecture, Military, Castles & Fortifications, Medieval,
Publisher: Smithmark: 1997
Binding: Large Hardcover
Book Condition: Very Good
Jacket Condition: Very Good
Seller ID: 1849127
Keywords: CASTLES MILITARY ARCHITECTURE FORTS FORTIFICATIONS,
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