Book of Norman EnglandB.T. Batsford, 1997 - 144 pages Using archaeological, topographical and architectural evidence, this book covers the entire story of Norman England in an accessible way. It describes the impact of the Norman Conquest on England and looks at the castles, monasteries and churches and their effect on the landscape. |
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Page 59
... Durham fled , carrying with them the body of St Cuthbert and all the portable treasures of their church , seeking refuge in their ancient sanctuary at Lindisfarne . William set about the task of crushing the English Revolt , and in the ...
... Durham fled , carrying with them the body of St Cuthbert and all the portable treasures of their church , seeking refuge in their ancient sanctuary at Lindisfarne . William set about the task of crushing the English Revolt , and in the ...
Page 72
... Durham . The fine castle here was the chief northern stronghold maintained by the bishops of Durham , and like Warkworth started as a motte and bailey , but was later strengthened considerably . ( English Heritage ) 10 The majestic ...
... Durham . The fine castle here was the chief northern stronghold maintained by the bishops of Durham , and like Warkworth started as a motte and bailey , but was later strengthened considerably . ( English Heritage ) 10 The majestic ...
Page 111
... Durham ( Bishop William of St Calais , 1086-1107 ) , Rochester ( Bishop Gundulph , 1077-1108 ) ( 80 ) , Salisbury ( Bishop Osmund , 1078-99 ) , London ( Bishop Maurice , 1086-1107 ) , Lincoln ( Bishop Remigius , 1086-92 ) , Bath ...
... Durham ( Bishop William of St Calais , 1086-1107 ) , Rochester ( Bishop Gundulph , 1077-1108 ) ( 80 ) , Salisbury ( Bishop Osmund , 1078-99 ) , London ( Bishop Maurice , 1086-1107 ) , Lincoln ( Bishop Remigius , 1086-92 ) , Bath ...
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