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Medieval

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History

Brave Knights

Knights were mounted soldiers, expert swordsmen, and jousting competitors. But what were their lives really like, and what was the code of chivalry they lived by? Enter the medieval world and More →

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Castles

The exciting events of three historic attacks on medieval castles are told in graphic novel format: In 1203-1204, French King Philip II, lays siege to Chateau Gaillard, a castle in France… More →

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Clothing in the Middle Ages

For nobles in the Middle Ages, clothing was a symbol of power and status. Their clothes were costly, made of beautiful material and encrusted with jewelry. Peasants wore work clothes made of… More →

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Crusades

Three historic battles to claim the Holy Land during the time of the Crusades are told in graphic novel format: Christian soldiers try to take Jerusalem back from Muslim and Jewish defenders… More →

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King Arthur's Tale

Meet King Arthur - knight, warrior, legend! Discover: • how a boy taught by a wizard became king; • where Arthur got his magic sword; • who his most trusted knights were. Read all about… More →

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Knights

Three decisive battles fought by knights in medieval history are told in graphic novel format: In 1415, English long bowmen devastate the French army in the Battle of Agincourt; Successful in More →

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Knight Survival Guide

Could you make it as a knight? Find out: • how to survive deadly battles; • how to impress the ladies by jousting; • why every knight needs to know the latest dances. Have you got the right stuff? More →

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History · Social Studies

Life in a Castle

Selections from medieval art, and modern photographs and illustrations trace for children the evolution of castles from fort to magnificent home. Life in a Castle shows the activity around… More →

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