The Castles of Great Britain -1970

"The great range of castles and ancient fortifications which still stand throughout Great Britain form part of our architectural heritage. Some are now famous show-places, others are desolate ruins; but about them all for the uninitiated there is an air of mystery. How and why were these massive buildings constructed? What was the purpose of building in this or that particular shape or form? This book describes the construction and history of all the important castles of Great Britain, chiefly from the military aspect but also taking account of the domestic life within. Part of Mr. Toy's plan is to describe siege operations, and to show how, as weapons developed, new means of defence were evolved to counter them. The book thus provides a history of British fortifications from the primitive earthwork to the artillery-fort..." - The Castles of Great Britain - Sidney Toy, F.S.A., F.R.I.B.A.. Illustrtated with plans and photographs by the author. Fourth edition. Published 1970, Heinemann Educational Books Ltd, London. Hardcover. Approx 6.5x9in. 298pp. Dustjacket shows wear and tear at edges; has a missing chunk at spine bottom (see image).