Illustrated Encyclopedia of the Castles, Palaces & Stately Houses of Britain & Ireland

This sumptuously illustrated history is an authoritative guide to the castles, royal residences and historic houses of Britain and Northern Ireland. It combines an in-depth account of the most important buildings with a wealth of stories and information about Britain's glorious architectural past and heritage, including Burghley House, Longleat,Windsor Castle and Balmoral. Specialfeatures focus on important art and architectural movements and on the great architects including Wren, Adam,Wyatt and Lutyens. More than 500 photographs and specially commissioned maps, plans and drawings bring these national treasures vividly to life.