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This classic book offers a fascinating exploration of the remains of medieval monasteries and baronial castles in England, Wales, and Scotland. The author, G J. Parkyns, was a noted antiquarian and collector of medieval manuscripts. With its detailed descriptions and numerous illustrations, this book offers a unique glimpse into the medieval past of the British Isles. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.