DK Eyewitness Books: Medieval Life: Discover Medieval Europe—from Life in a Country Manor to the Streets of a Growin

Andrew Langley

National Geographic Books, Apr 18, 2011 - Juvenile Nonfiction - 72 pages

Step back in time and experience life in the Middle Ages.

Eyewitness Medieval Life is a compelling introduction to the people and culture of the Middle Ages. Superb color photographs of artifacts, costumes, furniture, and buildings bring daily life in Medieval Europe vividly to life.

Explore the magnificent tournaments of the royal court, the bustling streets of a developing town, how the feudal system worked, and much more. Find out how monks decorated holy books with real gold, see how cathedrals were built, and discover the power held by the medieval church over the people.

Great for school projects or just for fun, Eyewitness Medieval Life will help you to learn everything you need to know about life in the Middle Ages. This history guide also comes with a poster packed full of illustrations and facts, perfect for your bedroom wall or classroom.

About the author

Andrew Langley is an adult and children's author who writes both fiction and nonfiction. His work often deals with history and historical themes. He is known for DK Eyewitness: Medieval Life, You Wouldn't Want to Be a Viking Explorer! (Revised Edition), History News: The Roman News, and many more.

Bibliographic information

• Title: DK Eyewitness Books: Medieval Life: Discover Medieval Europe—from Life in a Country Manor to the Streets of a Growin; DK Eyewitness
• Author: Andrew Langley
• Edition: revised
• Publisher: National Geographic Books, 2011
• ISBN: 075667316X, 9780756673161
• Length: 72 pages
• Subjects: Juvenile Nonfiction / History / Europe; Juvenile Nonfiction / History / Medieval; Juvenile Nonfiction / Social Science / Customs, Traditions, Anthropology