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The Usborne Book of Castles

Name: The Usborne Book of Castles
ISBN: 9780746069097

By Leslie Sims

Discover how mighty castles changed from royal homes into mysterious ruins.

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Genres

Non-fiction History

What is The Usborne Book of Castles about?

Step inside the world of medieval castles and discover how these mighty buildings were planned, built and defended. Explore the homes of kings, knights and servants, from grand halls and kitchens to secret passages and dungeons. Find out what people ate, how they prepared for sieges and why castles eventually became ruins. Packed with detailed illustrations, photographs and fascinating facts, this lively guide brings castle life and history vividly to life.

Pages

104 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2006

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