Medieval Life (Snapping Turtle Guides) - Softcover

Guy, John

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1860070027 ISBN 13: 9781860070020

Publisher: ticktock Media Ltd, 1998

Synopsis

A short history of life in the Middle Ages. This book, illustrated with medieval paintings and photographs of surviving buildings and artifacts, brings the period to life. It shows the everyday lives of rich and poor alike. From the humble peasant to the Lord of the Manor, the cruelty of medieval warfare and the role of the church in society.

About this title

From the Publisher:

Part of ÔThe LifeÕ series, Medieval Life provides a short history of life in the Middle Ages. Colourful illustrations, many from contemporary medieval paintings, as well as striking photographs of surviving buildings and artefacts, allow the reader to understand the everyday lives of both the rich and the poor from the Norman Conquest to the flowering of the Middle Ages. Medieval Life combines comprehensive information with fun learning by uncovering the romance and drudgery of life during medieval times. It is ideal for project work in History Key Stages 2 and 3 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and Social Subjects Stages P4-S2 in Scotland.

Synopsis:

Discusses urban and rural life, the poor and the rich, food, recreation, fashion, art, architecture, religion, war, crime, and social conditions in England from the eleventh to the fifteenth century.

About this edition

• Publisher: ticktock Media Ltd
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 1860070027
• ISBN 13: 9781860070020
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 32