Kings and Castles
By Marc Morris
In Medieval Britain, kings like William the Conqueror and Edward I led controversial castle-building campaigns.
But why? Were the castles fortresses or palaces? Or were they simply lavish symbols of the monarch’s power? Exploring some of the country’s favourite castles, such as Framlingham, Goodrich and Castle Acre, bestselling historian Marc Morris answers these fundamental questions – and many more.
Using iconic medieval castles to tell some of the most fascinating stories in British history, Morris recounts tales like the infamous cult of St George and the riddle of the Winchester Round Table — alleged to be the legendary Round Table of King Arthur.
Kings and Castles is a fascinating read for any fan of medieval history or British royalty.
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