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Stone & Sword - Daniel Moorlyn

Stone & Sword

By: Daniel Moorlyn

Paperback | 2 December 2023

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"A book that captures not just the grandeur of castles but the spirit of an age-a must-read for enthusiasts of medieval history and epic tales of valor."

Delve into the heart of medieval fortresses, not just mere blocks of stone but marvels of military ingenuity.

Witness the birth and twilight of an age where the clatter of the blacksmith's hammer, the clash of sword against shield, and the solemn vows sworn in the chapel echoed through stone halls. This book is not just a tale of castles and knights; it's a vivid recounting of a society pivoting on the axis of war and chivalry.

Stone and Sword is more than just a conventional narrative of historical accounts. It's a journey into the lives of knights - the guardians of these fortresses, draped in chain mail and the heavy burden of duty. This book interweaves tales of valor, the evolution of siegecraft, and the silent, stoic nature of these stone giants, standing as testaments to an era where honor, loyalty, and valor were not ideals but the very essence of life.

As the Castle Age progresses, witness the rise of nation-states, the whispers of the Renaissance, and the stirrings of a world evolving beyond feudalism. This era, a prelude to the march of progress, saw fortresses as the tallest sentinels in a world growing ever vaster. But it's in the echoes of this age - the clangor of the blacksmith's hammer, the chivalrous clash of the tourney, and the solemn vows - that the soul of the medieval world resonates.

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