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The castles and abbeys of England; Vol. 1 of 2 : from the national records, early chronicles, and other standard authors
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Beattie, William, 1793-1875
- Language:
- English
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource : multiple file formats
- Place of Publication:
- Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,
- 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.)
- 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)
- Notes:
- Reading ease score: 58.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
- Release date is 2020-08-31
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