Ewenny Priory

Ewenny Priory: Monastery And Fortress is a historical book written by John Picton Turbervill and published in 1901. The book provides a comprehensive description of the Ewenny Priory, a medieval monastery and fortress located in Wales, UK. The author begins by tracing the history of the priory, dating back to the 12th century when it was founded by the Norman knight, Maurice de Londres. Turbervill provides a detailed account of the priory's construction, architecture, and layout, highlighting its unique features such as the cloisters, chapter house, and the church. The book also delves into the daily life of the monks who resided in the priory, their religious practices, and their role in the local community. Turbervill provides fascinating insights into the priory's economic and social significance, including its involvement in agriculture, trade, and education. In addition to its religious significance, Ewenny Priory was also a strategic fortress, and the book explores its role in various battles and conflicts throughout history. Turbervill provides a detailed account of the priory's fortifications, including its walls, towers, and gatehouse, and how they were used to defend the area against invaders. Overall, Ewenny Priory: Monastery And Fortress is a fascinating historical account of one of Wales' most significant medieval sites, providing readers with a unique insight into the lives of the monks who lived there and the role of the priory in Welsh history.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.