to 1500

Chronicles the evolution of weapons and armor from the fall of the Roman Empire to the beginnings of the Reformation, covering the early medieval, Carolingian, Crusade, and late medieval periods. Includes illustrations.

Describes the history and culture of medieval castles, and features illustrated instructions for eight related craft projects.

Describes the history and culture of medieval castles, and features illustrated instructions for eight related craft projects.

Describes the history and culture of medieval cathedrals, and features illustrated instructions for eight related craft projects.

Describes the history and culture of medieval manors, and features illustrated instructions for eight related craft projects.

Examines the life and achievements of Pericles, discussing his role in leading the newly democratic Athenian Empire.

Provides information about what life was like in Greece in the sixth century B.C., discusses the history of the ruling families in Athens, and looks at Cleisthenes' rise to power and the democratic reforms he made in the government of the city-state.

Describes the social and economic structure of country life during the Renaissance, from about 1400-1600, and the role of the peasants, villagers, and landowners in the shaping of European civilization.