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A souvenir book describing the princes of Wales and the role Caernarfon has played in the history of the Principality.
This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Caernarfon has changed and developed over the last century.
The Impact of the Edwardian Castles in Wales publishes the proceedings of a conference held in 2007, a year that marked the seventh centenary of the death of King Edward I, which set out to review recent scholarship on castles that he built in north Wales after two wars, in 1277 and 1282-83 and a Welsh uprising in 1294-95, and to rethink the effect that their building had upon Wales in the past, present and future. Building upon the seminal work of Arnold Taylor, whose study of the buildings and documentary evidence has been pivotal to Edwardian castle studies for more than fifty years, the volume includes papers which call into question the role of Master James of St George as the architect...
Reproduction of the original: The Tourist ́s Guide through the Country of Caernarvon by P.B. Williams
North Wales has been a popular tourist destination since the mid 1800s, partly because the ever-expanding railway network enabled people to access its seaside resorts, mountains and glens and also because early professional photographers, such as Francis Bedford, took remarkable pictures which were published as 'albumen prints', 'stereographs' (3D photos), 'magic lantern' projection slides and, in the early 1900s, postcards. In addition to these often overtly romantic images, guide books, such as 'Black's Guide to North Wales', advised travellers arriving by train where to stay, what to do and see; provided historical information and recommended scenic walks. Together, the photographs and gu...
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The Tourist's Guide through the Country of Caernarvon by P. B. Williams is a comprehensive guide that delves deep into the rich history and antiquities of Caernarvon. Williams' meticulous research and insightful narratives provide readers with a detailed overview of the region's landmarks, making it an invaluable resource for travelers and history buffs alike.