Examines the development of feudalism in Western Europe during the Middle Ages, describes the characteristics of a feudal government, looks at the relationship of knights to feudalism, and discusses the decline of the system and the rise of kings.
The history of medieval knights from their beginning in the late eighth-century to their decline in the early fifteenth-century, with see-through pages allowing the reader to see the inside of a manor house, a siege, a sailing vessel, and a uniform.
Provides information about the lives and activities of medieval women, discussing their contributions to society as housekeepers, farmers, business owners, professionals, estate administrators, artists, and church workers.
Describes various aspects of life in the Middle Ages, including religion and monastic life, feudalism, homes and families, education, trade, art and architecture, and more. Also presents captioned pictures of related artifacts.
A two volume set which presents the life stories of fifty people who lived during the medieval period and made a significant impact on the era's history; includes a timeline of events, a glossary, and a cumulative index.
Discusses the design and use of European castles from 500 A.D., relates what daily life was like inside, and presents legends and ghost stories linked with castles.
Describes the institutions and daily life of towns in fourteenth-century western Europe, including home life, guilds, schools, the Church, and the ravages of the plague.