Author: Ortmann, Jytte
Country: Denmark
Language: Danish
Year Published: 2003
No. of pages: 232
Illustrations: 111 Color Illustrations. 0 B&W Illustrations.
Binding: Hardbound
Size: 9 1/2”x 7”
Weight: 2.00
ISBN: 8711138122
Biblio/Bio: Index. Bibl.
Code: 5388
Price: $49.50
Denmark is world known for its castles and gardens that lie perfectly in the Danish landscape. Despite Denmark’s size, the country boasts a dramatic and fascinating past from medieval castles with moats to pictureesque manor houses. This book describes 380 castles and gardens, 90 which are beautifully photographed in color and tells of their exciting history. Included with each photo is a map of Denmark indicating where they are located. Includes detailed descriptions of every ruling king or queen in the history of Denmark, as well as well-known personalities as painters, authors, noblemen or women and other historical figures. Glossaries, including historical dates and much more. This book is very comprehensive and an important addition in a library connected to architecture and history.