The Tower of London: Official Illustrated History

About this book

An up-to-date history of one of the most visited monuments in the world that includes evidence from the most recent archaeological investigations and research. Many superb colour photographs illustrate the sites development from its first use as a fortified position in Roman London to its construction and expansion into a major royal palace. The Towers function constantly changed and adapted during its lengthy life as exhibited by its use as a mint prison zoo Record Office military hospital repository for the Crown jewels and museum. Each section contains many fascinating snippets of information plans and charts which vividly bring the structures and personalities of the Tower to life.