Discusses the materials and methods used in building the great English cathedrals, the craftsmen who built them, and the styles in which they were built.
Examines the history, design, and construction of Medieval castles, covering gates, rooms, and towers, castles and warfare, and the Medieval castle today. Includes a timeline.
Presents an introduction to the medieval cathedral, explaining what makes a large church a cathedral, as well as an overview of its social history, including a discussion of its patrons, builders, artists, planning, and construction.