by Christopher Gravett · Altea · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788437237879
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«Castillos» is Christopher Gravett's children's history book, published by Altea in paperback (64 pages, in Spanish).
Explains how medieval castles were built and what they were for: from wooden palisades to stone dungeons, as defensive fortresses, seigneurial residences and symbols of the feudal order. Shows fortresses from different countries and how they inspired tales and legends.
Part of the Altea Visual Library collection, with photographs by Geoff Dann. Originally published in 1994.
For young readers who want to get started in medieval history and architecture with a highly illustrated book.
Christopher Gravett is a former senior curator of armour at the Tower Armouries specialising in the arms and armour of the medieval world.
