Publisher's Synopsis
Annals of a Fortress is a historical book written by Eugene Viollet-Le-Duc in 1876. The book provides a detailed account of the construction and maintenance of a fortress, including its walls, towers, and defensive structures. The author, who was a renowned architect and restorer of medieval buildings, draws on his extensive knowledge and experience to describe the various techniques used in fortification. The book is divided into three parts: the first part provides an overview of the history of fortifications, the second part describes the construction of a fortress, and the third part discusses the maintenance and repair of a fortress. Throughout the book, Viollet-Le-Duc provides numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the complex structures and techniques involved in fortification. This book is a valuable resource for historians, architects, and anyone interested in the history of military architecture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
