Includes bibliographical references (pages 194-202) and index
Fifteenth-century contrasts -- Warfare in England and France -- A rival - the courtyard house -- A martial face -- Accelerating decay -- A continuing theme -- Destruction -- Nostalgia -- Appendix 1. Derelict or abandoned castles in the fifteenth century -- Condition of castles mentioned in Leland's Itinerary -- Parliamentary demolition, proposed or executed, 1642-60 -- Demolition of Montgomery Castle, Powys, June to October 1649
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