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The Castles of Scotland [Hardcover]

Martin Coventry (Author)

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Hardcover: 704 pages
Publisher: Birlinn Ltd; 4th edition (6 Oct 2006)
Language English
ISBN-10: 1841584495
ISBN-13: 978-1841584492
Product Dimensions: 26.4 x 19.4 x 4.2 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 612,181 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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The main function of the castle was defensive, to protect the laird and his family from their enemies, in as comfortable surroundings as possible; but the castle also served as the centre of administration of the laird's lands, where tenure, economy and trade were controlled. "The Castles of Scotland" is the most complete and comprehensive guide available to the nation's wealth of castles. This new edition is the culmination of 10 years' research, and covers more than 2700 castles as well as mansions and historic houses, all alphabetically organised, with detailed maps, visiting information, illustrations, and anecdotes of hauntings and family histories. This is the 'bible of Scottish castles', an absolute must for all castle enthusiasts and anyone interested in Scottish history.

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Martin Coventry was born and educated in Edinburgh and set up Goblinshead to pursue his interest in making a living, publishing, and Scottish history, travel, castles, and ghosts and the supernatural. He has written several other books including The Hebrides: The Western Isles of Scotland (1999), Haunted Houses and Castles of Scotland (2004) and Scottish Island Hopping.

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5.0 out of 5 stars An amazing reference for castle lovers - 5 stars isn't enough!!!, 18 April 2006

Mrs. Jill Wassell (Edinburgh, Scotland) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Castles of Scotland: A Comprehensive Reference and Gazetteer to More Than 2300 Sites (Paperback)

We bought this book over 4 years ago and it is still used as first reference for all our castle trips. Definately the best castle reference book on the market. We challenge you to find a more comprehensive edition elsewhere. Any true castle enthusiasts bible and truly the only castle book you will ever need. Enjoy!!! Jill & Jason Wassell.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Definitive text, 15 Oct 2009

J. Hunter (Dundee, Scotland) - See all my reviews
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If you are interested in castles then this is the book for you. Admittedly a bit of a tome it's still essential to take with you if you are touring around looking for castles - whether piles of rubble or completely accessible properties. Includes detailed indexes and maps, dividing my clan, area, etc. Worth every penny - you won't need another castle book, ever. Well, until the next edition comes out!

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5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST for castle lovers!, 2 May 2000

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Mr. Coventry has really provided readers with indispensable information on the castles in Scotland. From the listing alphabetically to the regional maps marking the spots of the castles themselves, I've not seen a more comprehensive collection of castles in any book before! He allows the reader to make informed decisions on which castles to visit, even listing castles associated with certain family names. This is a treasure that no castle lover should be without!

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3.0 out of 5 stars Better alternative?
This fails as a field guide in my view as the map does not give access to the site entry but rather the alphabetical listing of sites gives vague guidance to the map. Read more

Published on 4 Jan 2010 by G. Hallett

3.0 out of 5 stars Purchased from a far
I'm a Brit living in the US and was trying to find a good book for my husband for his stocking this Christmas that would give him a good account of the castles in Scotland (more... Read more

Published on 3 Dec 2009 by Liz E

5.0 out of 5 stars Very comprehensive...
As other reviewers have said, this would seem to be the definitive guide to the castles of Scotland. Read more

Published on 19 Jun 2009 by John B. Ferguson

4.0 out of 5 stars A MUST FOR CASTLE EXPLORERS
If you love exploring Scottish castles you have to have this book.
If you want to know where almost 3000 castles are and how to get there then this is the book for you. Read more

Published on 9 Jun 2009 by Leslie Rodger

5.0 out of 5 stars Encyclopaedia of Scottish Castles
This is an amazing reference, but it isn't very detailed about any of the castles given its scope. What you will get is a short write up on each of the castles. Read more

Published on 19 Jun 2008 by J. C. M. Bannerman

4.0 out of 5 stars Very good reference
This book is a reference listing all the Castle and fortified sites in Scotland. All the surviving sites are included, but you also get information (including locations and... Read more

Published on 6 Dec 2006 by Steiner

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