The Tower of London, (Vol. 1 of 2) by Lord Ronald Sutherland Gower
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| Author | Gower, Ronald Sutherland, Lord, 1845-1916 |
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| Title | The Tower of London, (Vol. 1 of 2) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | MWS, Robert Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Summary | "The Tower of London" by Lord Ronald Sutherland Gower is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the Tower of London, exploring its rich history and significance as a former royal palace, fortress, and prison. Through its detailed illustrations and narratives, it aims to provide readers with a deeper understanding of this iconic structure and its role in shaping English history. The opening of this work sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of the Tower of London, beginning with a description of the building's historical context. The author discusses its origins, tracing back to the Roman occupation and detailing the various transformations it underwent from a Celtic fortress to the impressive Norman structure we recognize today. Gower introduces key features of the Tower, like its formidable defenses and the various rulers who have influenced its existence, preparing readers for a comprehensive examination of the dramatic events and notable figures associated with this landmark in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Tower of London (London, England) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 65712 |
| Release Date | Jun 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 81 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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