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It is widely held that it was the Normans who introduced pigeon-keeping to Britain, and the earliest provision of housing for pigeons is found in some twelfth-century castles and religious buildings. This book explains why it was important to keep pigeons and describes the wide variety of buildings that were constructed to house them over the years. This distinctive architectural development is followed through from the earliest to the most recent, including some that have captured the fancy of great architects.
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The late Peter Hansell and his wife Jean, both retired physicians, spent many years travelling and researching for a detailed study of dovecotes and related topcis, with particular reference to Great Britain. Armed with cameras and noteboooks, they have combined the pleasures of exploration in both urban areas and unspoilt countryside with the joys of discovering not only dovecotes, but many kind and generous people whose land they stand.
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Dovecotes, 30 Dec 2007
By Bebe "Beth" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Dovecotes (Shire Album) (Paperback)
Very interesting and informative. My husband and I have become interested recently in homing pigeons and the unique impact they have had in historical events. The european dovecotes depicted in this book, as well as the interesting writing of the authors, bears homage to the importance of the pigeon as food source and messenger in yesteryears. Beautiful photos and very well written, we have enjoyed this book very much.
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