Berkhamsted Castle: A Historical Reverie (1861)

By John Robert Crawford

Book Overview

Berkhamsted Castle: A Historical Reverie is a book written by John Robert Crawford and published in 1861. The book is a historical account of the Berkhamsted Castle, which was built in the 11th century and was the site of several important events in English history. The book begins with an overview of the castle's history, including its construction by William the Conqueror and its use as a royal residence by several monarchs. It then delves into the castle's role in various historical events, such as the signing of the Magna Carta and the Wars of the Roses.Crawford also includes vivid descriptions of the castle's architecture and layout, as well as its surrounding landscape. He draws upon historical documents and accounts to provide a detailed picture of what life was like in the castle during its heyday.Overall, Berkhamsted Castle: A Historical Reverie is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of England's most important historical landmarks. It is a must-read for anyone interested in English history or medieval architecture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165325977
• ISBN13: 9781165325979
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"