Castles of Scotland

An engaging exploration of the history of the castles of Scotland. Will appeal to all those who wish to know more about the history of the country as well as those interested in the story of its castles. ''Richly illustrated, it captures the beauty of these buildings and makes for a colourful addition to the coffee table.'' ''The attractive nature of the book will undoubtedly encourage many people to visit some of the castles portrayed.'' ''"Castles of Scotland" by Andrew Powell-Thomas is a superb primer for anyone wanting to begin to understand the sheer diversity of Scotland''s castles and the fascination they hold for so many of us.'' The story of Scotland’s castles is woven into the history of the country. These formidable structures have guarded the landscape since medieval times, and many of these structures are famous emblems of Scotland today. The royal castles in the strategically important cities of Edinburgh and Stirling still dominate their surroundings, but many others stand proud in more remote areas, often by lochs or the sea, on islands or in the mountains. Many simpler fortified structures were built along the border with England, and as the centuries passed many castles in Scotland were converted into country houses or even new houses were built in the style of castles. Today these iconic structures draw visitors from far and wide to explore a unique part of Scotland’s heritage. This fascinating portrait of the castles of Scotland will appeal to all those who wish to know more about the history of the country as well as those interested in the story of its castles.

• | Author: Andrew Powell-Thomas
• | Publisher: Amberley Publishing
• | Publication Date: Jun 15, 2025
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• | Binding: Paperback / softback
• | ISBN-13: 9781398119451
• | ISBN-10: 1398119458