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Mad about Castles and Knights

By Deborah Murrell

Behind castle walls, knights, jesters and servants reveal medieval life’s surprising secrets.

informative lively historical engaging

Genres

Non-fiction History

What is Mad about Castles and Knights about?

Step into the world of medieval castles and knights in this lively introduction to the Middle Ages. Discover how castles were built and defended, explore dungeons, towers and drawbridges, and find out what life was like for kings, nobles and servants. Meet brave knights, learn about armour and weapons, and uncover the excitement of jousting, feasting and jesters. Packed with fascinating facts and colourful details, this book brings the people, places and traditions of medieval times to life.

About the author

Deborah Murrell is an author who loves writing fun and interesting books for children. She has written exciting stories and non-fiction books about animals, history, and amazing adventures. Deborah enjoys helping young readers discover new things and hopes her books inspire curiosity and a love of reading.

Pages

31 pages

Reading age

Early Reader (5-8)

This edition

2009

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