Exploring 400 years of history, this comprehensive guide details the magnificence of England's castles and forts, from the earliest Norman castles of theeleventh century, such as the White Tower at the Tower of London, through to coastal forts built by King Henry VIII, including Deal Castle in Kent. During those centuries more than 1,500 castles were built. Some are still inhabited, othersstand in ruinsravaged by war and time. This beautifullyillustrated guide showcases how the fortress were built and used in their heyday and beyond."