[PDF] A Medieval Castle eBook

Author : Frances Gies
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 20,66 MB
Release : 2010-08-03
Category : History
ISBN : 0062016679

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From acclaimed historians Frances and Joseph Gies comes the reissue of their classic book on day-to-day life in medieval cities, which was a source for George R.R. Martin’s Game of Thrones series. Evoking every aspect of city life in the Middle Ages, Life in a Medieval City depicts in detail what it was like to live in a prosperous city of Northwest Europe in the twelfth and thirteenth centuries. The year is 1250 CE and the city is Troyes, capital of the county of Champagne and site of two of the cycle Champagne Fairs—the “Hot Fair” in August and the “Cold Fair” in December. European civilization has emerged from the Dark Ages and is in the midst of a commercial revolution. Merchants and money men from all over Europe gather at Troyes to buy, sell, borrow, and lend, creating a bustling market center typical of the feudal era. As the Gieses take us through the day-to-day life of burghers, we learn the customs and habits of lords and serfs, how financial transactions were conducted, how medieval cities were governed, and what life was really like for a wide range of people. For serious students of the medieval era and anyone wishing to learn more about this fascinating period, Life in a Medieval City remains a timeless work of popular medieval scholarship.

Author : Joseph Gies
Publisher : Harper Perennial
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,10 MB
Release : 2015-10-06
Category : History
ISBN : 9780062414793

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"Some particular books I found useful for A Game of Thrones and its sequels deserve mention... Life in a Medieval Castle and Life in a Medieval City, both by Joseph and Frances Gies." —George R.R. Martin, author of the series A Song of Ice and Fire Medieval history comes alive in Joseph and Frances Gies's Life in a Medieval Castle, used as a research resource by George R. R. Martin in creating the world of A Game of Thrones. Newly reissued for the first time in decades, Life in a Medieval Castle is the bestselling classic that has introduced countless readers to the wonders of the Middle Ages. Focusing on a castle called Chepstow on the border between England and Wales, acclaimed Medievalists Joseph and Frances Gies offer an exquisite portrait of what day-to-day life was actually like during the era, and of the key role the castle played. The Gieses write eloquently about the many people whose lives revolved around the castle, from the lord and lady to the commoners of the surrounding village. We discover what lords and serfs alike would have worn, eaten, and done for leisure; the songs sung; and the codes of sexual conduct that maintained order. We learn of the essential role of honor in medieval culture, the initiation process undertaken by knights, and how castles attempted to keep the constant threats of outside violence at bay. Exhaustively researched and as engaging as any novel, Life in a Medieval Castle is the definitive text for anyone wishing to learn more about this fascinating era.

Author : John Green
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 13,90 MB
Release : 1990-12-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780486265421

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Illustrations depicting everyday life in the Middle Ages are accompanied by brief text.

Author : Stella A. Caldwell
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 22,28 MB
Release : 2022-04-19
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1681887436

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Beware! You've been imprisoned in a medieval castle, and may be trapped forever! Can you escape the fortress walls? It is 1389, and you are locked in a tower of a medieval castle. The door is guarded. The castle bustles with nobles, servants, craftspeople, and entertainers. But it is also a mighty fortress fiercely defended by soldiers. The castle's massive walls protect it from enemy attack, while inside there is a maze of dark passageways. Stay calm, use your wits, and consult the heraldic wheel on the front cover. If you follow the clues, solve the riddles, and decode the puzzles, you will make your escape! -- publisher website.

Author : A. G. Smith
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 27 pages
File Size : 18,16 MB
Release : 1984
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0486246639

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Full-color model of Caernarvon Castle in Wales.

Author : Stephen Currie
Publisher : Referencepoint Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,66 MB
Release : 2014
Category : Architecture, Medieval
ISBN : 9781601525369

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The world's greatest structures were all built through some combination of human ingenuity, perseverance, vision, will power and, in many cases, physical might. History's Great Structures examines the practical, technological, and political challenges encountered by the designers and builders; how these structures were used by the people of the time; and what has become of them today. A visual chronology, sidebars highlighting topics of interest, selected vocabulary words and facts, source notes, a bibliography for further research, and an index provide additional tools for student researchers. Other titles in the series include: The Eiffel Tower, The Great Wall of China, The Parthenon of Ancient Greece, The Roman Colosseum, Shakespeare's Globe Theater, The World Trade Center Book jacket.

Author : Mojang Ab
Publisher : Del Rey
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 17,20 MB
Release : 2017-10-03
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 1524797391

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Have you ever wanted to create your own legendary medieval kingdom to rule over? Well, now you can, with Minecraft Exploded Builds: Medieval Fortress. Learn how to design, build, and customize every part of your castle and the surrounding area, from sturdy walls and deadly traps to dank, dark dungeons and sprawling villages. Each build has an exploded view to show you exactly which blocks to use, plus extra ideas to make every part of your kingdom unique. Packed with interesting facts about medieval life, full-color illustrations, and a foldout depicting the epic scale of the kingdom, this official Mojang book has dozens of building ideas to ignite the imaginations of Minecrafters of all ages. This ebook is best viewed on a color device with a larger screen. Collect all of the official Minecraft books: Minecraft: The Island Minecraft: The Crash Minecraft: The Lost Journals Minecraft: The Survivors’ Book of Secrets Minecraft: Exploded Builds: Medieval Fortress Minecraft: Guide to Exploration Minecraft: Guide to Creative Minecraft: Guide to the Nether & the End Minecraft: Guide to Redstone Minecraft: Mobestiary Minecraft: Guide to Enchantments & Potions Minecraft: Guide to PVP Minigames Minecraft: Guide to Farming Minecraft: Let’s Build! Theme Park Adventure Minecraft for Beginners

Author : Bernard Lowry
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 81 pages
File Size : 50,63 MB
Release : 2017-05-18
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1784422150

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Designed to dominate the surrounding area, to house powerful garrisons, offer sumptuous quarters for local nobility, and to discourage and repel enemy attacks, castles dominated England and Wales for more than half a millennium. Though some were built before 1066, the Norman Conquest left a lasting legacy in the form of fortifications ranging from small earthworks now barely discernible, to mighty and dominating stone fortresses. This book examines why castles were so essential to medieval warfare, their importance in domestic politics, and the day-to-day lives of those who lived and worked within them. It also shows how the development of new technologies affected their construction and design, and why they eventually fell into disrepair in the late Middle Ages. Beautifully illustrated with stunning photographs, this is the perfect guide for any castle enthusiast seeking to discover more about medieval fortifications and their inhabitants.

Author : David Macaulay
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 94 pages
File Size : 37,61 MB
Release : 1977
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780395329207

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"Text and detailed drawings follow the planning and construction of a "typical" castle and adjoining town in thirteenth-century Wales."--Title page verso.

Author : Phil Wilson
Publisher : Intervisual/Piggy Toes
Page : 6 pages
File Size : 37,88 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781581173659

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A three-dimensional book that opens to reveal two stories and five rooms of a medieval castle, with decorative details, pop-up furniture, a drawbridge, and press-out pieces that include knights, ladies, and even a dragon. Covers can be tied with attachedribbons to allow the book to stand on its own.