Castles: A History of Fortified Structures: Ancient, Medieval & Modern Tapa blanda - 2011

St. Martins Griffin. Original. Paperback. Used; Very Good. Simply Brit – welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there’s something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality. 08/30/2011

St. Martin's Press. Used - Good. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.

St. Martin's Press. Used - Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.

Griffin, 2011. Paperback. Acceptable. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.

Paperback. Very Good.

New York: St. Martins Griffin, 2011. Softcover, 26 cm, 288 pp. Ills.: b/w and color illustrations. Cond.: zeer goed / very good. ISBN: 9780312541408. .

St. Martin's Griffin, 2011-08-30. Paperback. Very Good. tight, uncreased spine, pages clear and bright, shelf and edge wear, corners bumped, packaged in cardboard box for shipment, tracking on U.S. orders

St. Martin's. very nice copy; larger-format . Near Fine. Soft cover. 1st Edition. 2011.

New York: St. Martin's Griffin, 2011. First American Edition. Large Softcover. Near Fine. 10x7x0. First American edition. A nice copy. 2011 Large Softcover. 288 pp. While the word "castle" conjures up an image of the classic medieval stone edifice, resplendent with towers and turrets, battlements and barbicans, and the odd oubliette, the impulse to build defensive works is as old as civilization itself; and the evolution of such architecture not only encompasses global cultures but is also a physical expression of the changing face of military tactics and technology. Castles takes a uniquely architectural approach to deconstructing all forms of fortification, showing how the work of architect, stonemason, and engineer evolved to repel the increasingly destructive power of an attack, from siege engine to artillery. While the medieval castle is analyzed in detail, the book addresses a broad chronology of defenses--from the earliest fortresses and walled cities of the ancient world… Leer más

St. Martin's Griffin, 2011-08-30. Paperback. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!