The castles and abbeys of England; Vol. 2 of 2 by William Beattie
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"The Castles and Abbeys of England, Vol. 2" by William Beattie is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work delves into the rich architectural heritage and historical significance of England's castles and abbeys, providing insights into their origins, architectural features, and the legends associated with them. At the start of the book, Beattie introduces the scenic and historical allure of Monmouthshire, emphasizing its fertile landscapes dotted with significant
ruins. He details several prominent structures, such as Chepstow Castle and Tinterne Abbey, describing their picturesque settings, architectural details, and the intriguing events tied to their histories. The narrative combines historical context with vivid descriptions of the landscape, aiming to draw readers into the romantic and storied past of these monuments while also hinting at the lives of notable figures associated with them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Beattie, William, 1793-1875 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Bartlett, W. H. (William Henry), 1809-1854 |
| Illustrator | Bentley, Joseph Clayton, 1809-1851 |
| Illustrator | Bradshaw, Samuel (Engraver) |
| Illustrator | Brandard, Edward Paxman, 1819-1898 |
| Illustrator | Cousen, Charles, 1819-1889 |
| Illustrator | Davis, S. T. (Samuel T.), 1838-1908 |
| Illustrator | Deebles, W. |
| Illustrator | Whimper, W. |
| Illustrator | Willmore, Arthur, 1814-1888 |
| Title |
The castles and abbeys of England; Vol. 2 of 2 from the national records, early chronicles, and other standard authors |
| Credits |
Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 59.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Castles -- England |
| Subject | Abbeys -- England |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 63832 |
| Release Date | Nov 21, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1456 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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