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Journey across the world and throughout history to discover the world''s best and most unusual castles, and learn about their features, from the tallest turrets to the dingiest dungeons. Find out how castles have changed over time and what happened to the people who lived in them.

A glimpse into the history of different castles around the world, the dramatic battles to conquer them, and the weapons that defended and defeated them.

Travel through time and venture into the wonderful world of castles, from the extravagant châteaux of France, to the impenetrable fortresses of Japan.

Find out why castles were built and witness some of the most famous sieges in history. Trek across the world to visit castles perched on perilous clifftops and exotic islands. Meet the medieval rulers who built the grandest castles and forts, and the modern tycoons who splashed out money trying to replicate them.

Discover why the spiral staircases in castles always turned c

Castles Conquer the worlds most impressive

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      Publisher Dorling Kindersley Ltd
      Published 3 September 2020
      ISBN-13 9780241427644
      978-0241427644
      ISBN-10 241427649
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      Art & Photography Architecture: castles Children & Teen Non-Fiction

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Journey across the world and throughout history to discover the world''s best and most unusual castles, and learn about their features, from the tallest turrets to the dingiest dungeons. Find out how castles have changed over time and what happened to the people who lived in them.

      A glimpse into the history of different castles around the world, the dramatic battles to conquer them, and the weapons that defended and defeated them.

      Travel through time and venture into the wonderful world of castles, from the extravagant châteaux of France, to the impenetrable fortresses of Japan.

      Find out why castles were built and witness some of the most famous sieges in history. Trek across the world to visit castles perched on perilous clifftops and exotic islands. Meet the medieval rulers who built the grandest castles and forts, and the modern tycoons who splashed out money trying to replicate them.

      Discover why the spiral staircases in castles always turned c

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