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Title:
The castles and abbeys of England; Vol. 1 of 2
from the national records, early chronicles, and other standard authors
Note: Reading ease score: 58.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed
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Summary: "The Castles and Abbeys of England; Vol. 1 of 2" by William Beattie is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work explores the significance and history of England's castles and abbeys, serving as monumental pillars within the nation's narrative. Beattie likely seeks to evoke a sense of patriotism and nostalgia for the architectural and cultural heritage embodied in these structures. At the start of the book, the author emphasizes the enduring interest that England's castles and abbeys hold due to their historical significance, beauty, and the legacies of the individuals associated with them. Beattie describes how these edifices symbolize patriotism, piety, and social life, presenting them not only as military strongholds but also as centers of culture and community celebrations. He introduces the Castle of Arundel, highlighting its ancient lineage and the notable figures connected to its history, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of various significant locations throughout England in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Beattie, William, 1793-1875
Illustrator: Allom, Thomas, 1804-1872
Illustrator: Archer, John Wykeham, 1808-1864
Illustrator: Bartlett, W. H. (William Henry), 1809-1854
EBook No.: 63088
Published: Aug 31, 2020
Downloads: 92
Language: English
Subject: Castles -- England
Subject: Abbeys -- England
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
The castles and abbeys of England; Vol. 1 of 2
from the national records, early chronicles, and other standard authors
Note: Reading ease score: 58.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
Summary: "The Castles and Abbeys of England; Vol. 1 of 2" by William Beattie is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work explores the significance and history of England's castles and abbeys, serving as monumental pillars within the nation's narrative. Beattie likely seeks to evoke a sense of patriotism and nostalgia for the architectural and cultural heritage embodied in these structures. At the start of the book, the author emphasizes the enduring interest that England's castles and abbeys hold due to their historical significance, beauty, and the legacies of the individuals associated with them. Beattie describes how these edifices symbolize patriotism, piety, and social life, presenting them not only as military strongholds but also as centers of culture and community celebrations. He introduces the Castle of Arundel, highlighting its ancient lineage and the notable figures connected to its history, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of various significant locations throughout England in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Beattie, William, 1793-1875
Illustrator: Allom, Thomas, 1804-1872
Illustrator: Archer, John Wykeham, 1808-1864
Illustrator: Bartlett, W. H. (William Henry), 1809-1854
EBook No.: 63088
Published: Aug 31, 2020
Downloads: 92
Language: English
Subject: Castles -- England
Subject: Abbeys -- England
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.