norman period, 1066-1154

Randal, a half-Saxon, half-Breton orphan boy in Norman England, is left to take care of himself in Arundel castle, and he slowly makes his way to squirehood, and eventually knighthood, due to his bravery, and lives an exciting life before a fee is demanded of him.

Explores the history of the Norman Conquest, including the strategy, events, and more.

In eleventh-century northern England, Frytha, a young Saxon girl left orphaned and homeless by a Norman raid, finds refuge in the Lake District stonghold of Jarl Buthar, a Norse leader determined to resist the invading Normans at all cost.

Describes the events, major figures, and significance of the Battle of Hastings during the Norman conquest of England.

Describes what the everyday life of children was like in England at the time of the Norman Conquest.

Traces the life of William the Conqueror and discusses the Norman conquest of England, the reigns of several Norman kings, and the customs and daily life of the Norman people.

Examines chronologically the events of the year during which the Normans invaded and conquered England, discusses the leading personalities of that time, and describes the everyday life of the common Englishman.

Explains who the Normans were, how they took over England in 1066, and life in those times.

Discusses the Norman conquest of England and describes their way of life, government, religion, architecture, and influence on the world.