civilization, medieval

An exploration of the life of a knight from boyhood to knighthood, describing training, weapons, responsibilities, tournaments, and more.

"The Middle Ages come to life in this [book], featuring stories of legendary rulers, epic castles, menacing weaponry, and more! Vikings are known for being fierce warriors. But did you know that they used tug-of-war to train for battle-and that the losing team got pulled into a pit of fire? Europe was ravaged by the plague during the Middle Ages. But did you know that one proposed cure from Medieval doctors was a concoction with a special secret ingredient: 'dragons' blood'! Go beyond the Middle Ages of Europe to explore great empires around the globe, including Ottoman, Shona, Aztec, and the Song Dynasty"--Provided by publisher.

This title focuses on the history of Medieval Knights! It breaks down their origin, tactics, and place in modern culture.

"Castles may conjure up a romantic fairy tale world; however, in real life, during the Middle Ages, castles were fortresses, providing shelter and protection for the lord as well as for the peasants who lived on his land. For an army, a lord depended on young soldiers in armor called knights who spent years at the castle learning the skills of warfare. [This book explores the world of castles and knights]"--Provided by publisher.

Covers the economy, politics, law, science, philosophy, and the art of the Christians, Moslems, and the Jews during medieval times.

Relates the role of technological innovation in the rise of social groups during the Middle Ages including how new methods of warfare led to the status of feudal nobles and how agricultural inventions increased the food supply leading to cities with craftsmen and engineers.

An account of the lives of six individuals who lived during the Middle Ages: a Frankish peasant; Marco Polo; Madame Eglentyne; a middle class Parisian housewife; and, two English merchants.

Describes life in a medieval castle, the training, equipment, daily life, and resonsibilities of a knight, and the history of knighthood from its origin to Don Quixote.

"From cranes to castles, medieval innovators helped develop and improve some important construction technology we use today. The Middle Ages were crucial for the development of technologies such as the chimney, central heating, the flying buttress, and more! Discover how we still build like we're in medieval times with interesting historical facts, scientific details, and illuminating photos"--Provided by the publisher.

"An introduction to the material culture of the greater Mediterranean world, including Europe and western Asia, this book connects actual things to the political, economic, cultural, and social forces that shaped the first millennium AD"--Provided by publisher.