Thundering hooves, shining armor, and magnificent fortresses . . . the medieval age still fascinates young readers. Heraldry, knights, castles, battles, hawking and hunting, sieges, and holy wars -- it's all here in this fascinating book that takes readers back through the centuries to medieval times. Fans of the chivalrous age will learn how a young page trained for knighthood, what it was lik…
Castles explores how people used to live and the imaginative ways people defended and attacked fortresses of the past. New, stunning and realistic Discovery artwork portrays intimate details of castles from all over the world - from early Celtic hill forts to sophisticated Chinese palaces.
Discusses the rise of knighthood in feudal society, examining the social order, weaponry, armor, heraldry, warfare, and daily life to which a knight was subject.
Magic Tree House Research Guides are now Magic Tree House Fact Trackers! Track the facts with Jack and Annie! When Jack and Annie got back from their adventure in Magic Tree House #2: The Knight at Dawn, they had lots of questions. How were castles built? What was it like to live inside a castle? How did boys train to become knights? Did horses really wear armor? Find out the answers to thes…
Describes the training, clothing, weapons, leisure time, and responsibilities of knights, and provides an overview of the Crusades.
Written in question-and-answer format, provides a look at life in thirteenth century England by discussing how people dressed, what they ate, how a castle was guarded, and more. Original.
The mysterious Middle Ages come alive in a pictorial overview of medieval life. Learn about the harsh lives of the peasants, the majestic manor houses of the feudal lords, the tournaments and romance of the royal court, the details of daily life, and many other remarkable aspects of this enigmatic era.
Step inside a medieval castle and discover for yourself what it was like to live and work inside its massive walls. Superb illustrations and thoroughly researched information provide a vivid and intimate look at every aspect of castle life. You will see the craftsmen and builders at work, witness a great dinner in the main hall, learn about the life of the lord and lady, learn how a page became…
Introducing young readers to Europe in the Middle Ages, this book explores every aspect of medieval culture, from art, architecture, and weapons to religion, clothing, food, and medicine.
The Middle Ages lasted for about 1,000 years, beginning when the last Roman emperor lost power around 476 AD, and ending sometime between 1400 and 1450 AD. All across Europe there are signs of the medieval past. Cathedrals tell us of the stunning artistic and engineering skills people had. Castles tell us about the power of the nobles. The landscape was shaped by peasants who cleared forests a…