feudalism

"Dune, Frank Herbert's epic science-fiction masterpiece, set in the far future amid a sprawling feudal interstellar society, tells the story of Paul Atreides as he and his family accept control of the desert planet Arrakis, the only source of the most important and valuable substance in the cosmos. Originally published in 1965 and now faithfully adapted graphic novel by New York Times bestselling authors Brian Herbert, son of Frank Herbert, and Kevin J. Anderson, Dune explores the complex, multilayered interactions of politics, religion, ecology, technology, and human emotion as the forces of the empire confront each other for conrol of Arrakis." -- Back cover of volume 1.

"The final battle for Arrakis is swiftly approaching. Paul Atreides has accepted his role as the leader of the Fremen but knows his power over them teeters on the brink--they will either take back their planet or lead a jihad that will consume the entire cosmos. Lady Jessica has become a Reverend Mother and must balance her support of her son with the expectations of the Bene Gesserit Order. Meanwhile, Baron Harkonnen has continued to groom his cunning nephew, Feyd-Rautha, to rule the desert planet. All their destinies collide in an epic finale that will change Arrakis--and the universe--forever"--Provided by publisher.

Tells the story of forty-seven Ronin, or renegades, who plotted against the Japanese emperor to avenge the honor of their fallen master, Lord Asano, who had attacked the Japanese court in a fit of anger.

"After his father's untimely death, young Leto ascends to Duke of House Atreides while Duncan Idaho starts down the path to become one of Leto's right-hand men. Meanwhile, Baron Harkonnen wastes no time moving against the new Duke by stoking the centuries-long feud between the Harkonnens and Atreides. A new dawn rises when Crown Prince Shaddam successfully ousts his father from the throne of the Imperium. And Pardot Kynes, now considered a prophet among the Fremen, continues forging a path to make the desert planet an oasis"--Amazon.

The immortal samurai Manji must decide whether or not to save Rin from the Shogun.

"Dune, Frank Herbert's epic science-fiction masterpiece set in the far future amidst a sprawling feudal interstellar society, tells the story of Paul Atreides as he and his family accept control of the desert planet Arrakis. A . . . blend of adventure and mysticism, environmentalism, and politics, Dune is a . . . fantastical tale that takes an unprecedented look into our universe, and is transformed by the graphic novel format. The first volume of a three-book trilogy encompassing the original novel"--Amazon.

Looks at the construction and functions of castles.

Explores life during the Medieval period, including knights, feudalism, castles, and the Crusades.

Text and three-dimensional illustrations explore castle life and the experiences of knights, examining the castle's many uses as a fortress and a palace; and discussing knights in the Middle Ages and the Crusades as well as what it took to become a knight, methods of fighting, armor and weapons, and jousting.

Castles are perhaps the greatest symbol of the Middle Ages. But what was life like inside these mighty fortresses? This book examines the rise of castles as the center of noble life and provides information on the men, women, and children who lived within the castle walls.