Ewenny Priory: Monastery and Fortress (1901)

Ewenny Priory: Monastery And Fortress is a historical book written by John Picton Turbervill and published in 1901. The book explores the history of Ewenny Priory, a medieval monastery and fortress located in Ewenny, Wales. The author provides a detailed account of the establishment of the priory in the 12th century and its subsequent development over the centuries. He also delves into the various religious and political events that shaped the history of the priory, including the dissolution of the monasteries during the reign of Henry VIII.Turbervill also describes the architectural features of the priory, including its impressive church and fortified walls. The book is richly illustrated with photographs and drawings of the priory's structures and artifacts.Overall, Ewenny Priory: Monastery And Fortress is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of Wales' most important historical sites. It will appeal to anyone interested in medieval history, religious institutions, and Welsh culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.