Medieval Life (Eyewitness Books (Knopf Hardcover)) (DK Eyewitness Books)
by Andrew Langley
Medieval England was a time of great change and uncertainty. In this engaging book, readers will learn about various aspects of the Middle Ages in England including the feudal system, Hundred Years War, War of the Roses, and the bubonic plague. With detailed images, captivating facts and sidebars, and easy-to-read text, readers will enjoy an engaging reading experience that introduces them to such rulers as Henry II, Thomas Beckett, Eleanor of Aquitaine, and Richard the Lion Hearted. This book a...
Explores the civilization of the Vikings, discussing their epic voyages, festivals, and daily lives.
"A simple introduction to the Central Asian warriors known as Mongols, including their history, lifestyle, weapons, and how they remain a part of today's culture through their descendants"--Provided by publisher.
Popular Politics in an Aristocratic Republic (The Body in the City)
Popular Politics in an Aristocratic Republic explores the different aspects of political actions and experiences in late medieval and early modern Venice. The book challenges the idea that the city of Venice knew no political conflict and social contestation during the medieval and early modern periods. By examining popular politics in Venice as a range of acts of contestation and of constructive popular political participation, it contributes to the broader debate about premodern politics. The...
You Wouldn't Want to Be Joan of Arc! (You Wouldn't Want to)
by Fiona MacDonald
What is a jarl? How were the Vikings ruled? Why did the Viking civilization disappear? The Vikings answers these questions and more. The books in the History Opens Windows series help you discover what life was like in ancient civilizations and other historic times. Learn what the Vikings wore, what they ate, how they travelled from place to place, and find out how we know about them today.
The Horrible, Miserable Middle Ages (Fact Finders: Disgusting History) (Disgusting History)
by Kathy Allen
"Describes disgusting details about daily life in the Middle Ages, including housing, food, and sanitation"--Provided by publisher.
Presents an overview of culture and society during the Middle Ages.
The Earliest Farmers and the First Cities (Cambridge Introduction to World History)
by Charles Higham
Life in the Old Stone Age (Cambridge Introduction to World History)
by C. F. W. Higham
The London Police in the Nineteenth Century (Cambridge Introduction to World History)
by John Wilkes
Edinburgh and the Medical Revolution (Cambridge Introduction to World History)
by Robert Dalziel Lobban
Trade Unions in Britain (Cambridge Introduction to World History)
by Elizabeth Gard
Turning Points in History: 1066 - A Decisive Battle (Cased) (Turning Points in History)
by Richard Tames
Designed to tie in with the National Curriculum, this study of the Battle of Hastings is one of a series examining major historical watersheds. The book recounts the chain of events leading up to the battle, and the repurcussions, both immediate and long-term. It also discusses the concept of an historical turning point, assessing in what way this really was one. Interpretations throughout aim to show how history is informed by a complicated web of divergent views.