The age of knights and castles by World Book, Inc instant download

The age of knights and castles by World Book, Inc instant download

64 p. : 28 cm, \"An introduction to knights and castles, with information about the period of history during which they flourished and the people and customs of that time. Features include fact boxes, maps, period art works, photographs, drawings, a glossary, and a list of recommended books and websites\"--Provided by publisher, Includes bibliographical references and index, Introducing the age of knights and castles -- Castles and forts -- Parts of a castle -- The knight's castle -- Attacking a castle -- Life in the Middle Ages -- The life of peasants -- Becoming a knight -- Knights in armor -- Knights into battle -- Knights and foot soldiers -- The knight and his arms -- Knights, king, and crown -- The king and the law -- Nobles rebel -- The church -- Knights on crusade -- Learning and knowledge -- The arts -- Legends and stories -- Leisure and play -- Fashion and dress -- Cities and trade -- Going to sea -- Famous people -- The last castles -- Castles around the world -- Castles today