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Why Are Castles Castle-Shaped? - 100 1/2 Questions About Castles Answered

by Philip Ardagh   |  Ages 9-12
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Fun facts galore! Perfect for history buffs.

This book is perfect for those who love history and want to learn more about castles. It provides a wealth of information in a fun and easy-to-digest format, with plenty of interesting and unique tidbits about castle history and culture. From the people who built them to those who lived in them, this book covers it all. It is a great read for anyone looking to expand their knowledge and get a new perspective on the world of castles.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Why Are Castles Castle-Shaped? - 100 1/2 Questions About Castles Answered

by Philip Ardagh   |  Ages 9-12
$8.90 Now $3.90 Save 56%
Compare to estimated retail price: S$18.90  

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ISBN: 9780571214372
Authors: Philip Ardagh
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Date of Publication: 2002-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Childrens Classics, Chapter Books, Young Readers, Educational
Related Topics: Adventure, Fantasy, Science & Nature, Reference, Humor
Goodreads rating: 4.5
(rated by 6 readers)

Description

Philip Ardagh has a passion for history. During his numerous children's events over the years, he has been asked just about every conceivable question about castles and life in medieval times. Here he answers his favourite (printable) ones, in a similar style that made his bookDid Dinosaurs Snore? a monster hit with pre-history fans.Everything from alchemy to the Crusades are covered in this entertaining and informative book, from 'Who built castles?','Where did everyone sleep?' and 'What's a lady's favour?' to the more obscure 'Did they have baths?' and 'Did they have toilet paper?'. There are black and white illustrations throughout as well as fascinating fact boxes and quick quizzes to test what you have learned. The reference section includes timelines, and a glossary and index. If the answer doesn't lie somewhere between these covers, then it probably isn't a castle question worth asking.
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Fun facts galore! Perfect for history buffs.

This book is perfect for those who love history and want to learn more about castles. It provides a wealth of information in a fun and easy-to-digest format, with plenty of interesting and unique tidbits about castle history and culture. From the people who built them to those who lived in them, this book covers it all. It is a great read for anyone looking to expand their knowledge and get a new perspective on the world of castles.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.