Mean and stingy King Parsimonious does not care about the comfort of his subjects, until he tries to find out why his castle is so cold and makes some interesting discoveries about his household.
Text and illustrations trace the history of castles in Great Britain from early Iron Age fortifications through the elaborate constructions of the Middle Ages. Also discusses the various parts of a typical castle, their uses, and the everyday life of its inhabitants.
The Strega-Borgia children, their mysterious new nanny, and a giant tarantula use magic and actual trips through the Internet to bring peace to their Scottish castle after the childrens' father is kidnapped.
Traces the history of the castle from its ancient roots through the sixteenth century, looking at castle architecture, design, construction, and living areas; and discussing castles as military fortresses.
Trapped in a castle tower on the morning of Princess Eliza's marriage, bridesmaids Angelina and Princess Sophie hope they will be rescued in time for the wedding processional.
Time lines, diagrams, vocabulary lists, projects, color photos and illustrations, and descriptive text teach about castles around the world, covering their construction, daily life in them, and the ways they were attacked.
