A guide through the everyday life and times of the people who lived in medieval Britain. Features expert commentary and re-creations, including a reconstructed medieval village.
Presents an overview of the history in Europe from the collapse of the Roman Empire in western Europe in the late fifth century to the Norman conquest of England in 1066.
Knights in shining armor, tales of valor and bravery, magnificent castles rising out of the mist--they're all here in this four-part video that looks at some aspects of life in the Middle Ages. Learn about the feudal society, the armor that protected knights and soldiers, the castles that guarded a lord and his people against attack. Then study the legend that epitomizes the spirit of medieval times--the tale of King Arthur.
A color-illustrated overview of knights and castles that describes the parts of a castle, castle designs, castle life, heraldry, armor, weapons and fighting, the Crusades, peacetime pursuits, and other related topics.
Investigates ancient and medieval technological feats including the transportation and erection of Egyptian obelisks and the Easter Island moai statues, the construction of the Roman baths and China's Rainbow Bridge, and the creation of the trebuchet; and includes an activity book containing stories, further reading lists, and step-by-step instructions for craft projects related to the programs.
Cartoons, illustrations, and text provide information about life in the Middle Ages, focusing on some of the more gruesome aspects of medieval times, including battle, disease, and poverty.
Explores the lives of people from the Middle Ages, using historical reenactments and dramatic footage to look at the homes, personal effects, food, careers, entertainments, and legacy of the nobles--the wealthiest class.
