The Tower of London
A 2000 Year History
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About this book
The Tower of London is one of the most famous and well-visited landmarks in the world, with a fascinating history brought to life in a uniquely visual way for the first time through this stunning book. 14 specially commissioned paintings by the renowned historical reconstruction artist, Ivan Lapper show the Tower from its earliest pre-Roman days, right up to the start of this new millennium. A fascinating and engaging narrative by the official Keeper of Tower History, Geoffrey Parnell, brings the sights, sounds, events and characters of the past to life. ·
Contents
40AD Before the Romans · 200AD The Roman City Fortified · 400AD Twilight of the Roman City · 800AD Alfred and the Danish Threat · 1080 The Conqueror's Castle · 1200 The Castle Enlarged · 1240 The Classic Castle · 1300 Apogee of the Medieval Castle · 547 The Tudor Power house · 1700 Showplace of the Nation · 1841 The Great Conflagration · 1890 The Remedievalisation of the Castle · 1940 The Castle at War · 2000 The Castle today
Paperback; May 2000; 48 pages; ISBN: 9781841761701