Spectacular Visual Guides

A Medieval Castle

Mark Bergin, Mark Bergin

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BONNIER
17 September 2024

Children's & Educational; History & the past: general interest (Children's&YA)

Series: Spectacular Visual Guides

Explore the motives behind medieval castle building in this informative visual guide to the most fascinating fortresses in history! Consider what problems the castle might face in conflicts, such as siege warfare and bombardment, as well as the many defences used to fight off invaders, including the daunting portcullis and dark dungeons. This book also gives an insight into the various different people needed to make castle life run smoothly, and their day-to-day responsibilities.

With superb cutaway illustrations and pinpoint enlargements to accompany the text, this book is the perfect gift for history enthusiasts eager to learn more about the development of forts and strongholds from the beginning of the Middle Ages. Informative captions, maps, a complete glossary and an index make this title an ideal educational text for children studying the kings, queens and period in history.

By: Mark Bergin
Illustrated by: Mark Bergin
Imprint: BONNIER
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 282mm, Width: 218mm, Spine: 5mm
Weight: 245g
ISBN: 9781800787759
ISBN 10: 1800787758
Series: Spectacular Visual Guides
Pages: 48
Publication Date: 17 September 2024
Recommended Age: From 7 to 11 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Mark Bergin was born in Hastings, England, in 1961. He studied at Eastbourne College of Art and specialises in historical reconstructions, aviation and maritime subjects. He lives in Bexhill-on-Sea with his wife and children.