The Irish Tower House

Society, Economy and Environment, c. 1300–1650

Victoria L. McAlister

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Manchester University Press
22 May 2019

Castles & fortifications; Medieval history; Social & cultural history; Medieval European archaeology

Series: Social Archaeology and Material Worlds

This book examines the social role of castles in late-medieval and early modern Ireland. It uses a multidisciplinary methodology to uncover the lived experience of this historic culture, demonstrating the interconnectedness of society, economics and the environment. Of particular interest is the revelation of how concerned pre-modern people were with participation in the economy and the exploitation of the natural environment for economic gain. Material culture can shed light on how individuals shaped spaces around themselves, and tower houses, thanks to their pervasiveness in medieval and modern landscapes, represent a unique resource. Castles are the definitive building of the European Middle Ages, meaning that this book will be of great interest to scholars of both history and archaeology. -- .

By: Victoria L. McAlister
Imprint: Manchester University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 17mm
ISBN: 9781526121233
ISBN 10: 1526121239
Series: Social Archaeology and Material Worlds
Pages: 288
Publication Date: 22 May 2019
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Victoria L. McAlister is Assistant Professor of History at Southeast Missouri State University -- .

Reviews for The Irish Tower House: Society, Economy and Environment, c. 1300–1650

'This is a well-produced and attractive book, and McAlister has demonstrated her ability to write in a clear and accessible fashion, creating a text that is sure to be consulted by anyone engaged in the study of castles in late medieval Ireland.' Antiquity 'This is an informative and refreshing approach to tower house studies [.] This will become an important book for anyone studying many aspects of medieval and early modern Ireland.' Ulster Archaeological Society -- .