Notes On The Architecture And History Of Caldicot Castle, Monmouthshire (1854)

By Octavius Morgan

Book Overview

""Notes On The Architecture And History Of Caldicot Castle, Monmouthshire"" is a historical book written by Octavius Morgan in 1854. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the architecture and history of Caldicot Castle, a medieval castle located in Monmouthshire, Wales. The author, Octavius Morgan, was a prominent British politician and antiquarian who had a deep interest in Welsh history and culture. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the castle's history and architecture. The first chapter provides an introduction to the castle and its location, while the second chapter delves into the history of the castle, tracing its origins back to the 12th century. The third chapter explores the castle's architecture in detail, discussing its various features and design elements. The remaining chapters of the book cover a range of topics related to the castle, including its ownership and occupation over the centuries, its role in various historical events, and its restoration and preservation. The book is richly illustrated with detailed drawings and photographs of the castle's architecture and surrounding landscape. Overall, ""Notes On The Architecture And History Of Caldicot Castle, Monmouthshire"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Welsh history, medieval architecture, or the preservation of historic landmarks. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, shedding light on the people, events, and cultural traditions that have shaped this iconic Welsh castle over the centuries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165408600
• ISBN13: 9781165408603
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 72 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"