Author: Christopher Gravett
Publisher: Osprey Publishing
ISBN: 9781849081382
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The traditional 'knight in shining armor' has become a staple figure in popular culture; the images of bloody battlefields, bustling feasting halls and courtly tournaments have been creatively interpreted many times in film and fiction. But what was the knight truly like? The world of the English medieval knight was complex and ever-changing. From the household of King John to the defenders of Elizabeth I, there was a great alteration in the social standing of knights, their equipment and appearance, and their involvement in politics and warfare. In Knight, author Christopher Gravett, and expert on medieval history, describes how the knights evolved over four centuries of English and European history, the wars they fought, their lives both in peacetime and on campaign, the weapons they fought with, the armor and clothing they wore and their fascinating code and mythology of chivalry. The text is richly illustrated with images ranging from manuscript illustrations to modern artwork reconstructions, and many photographs of historic artifacts and sites. This book contains material previously published in Warrior 48: English Medieval Knight 1200-1300, Warrior 58: English Medieval Knight 1300-1400, Warrior 35: English Medieval Knight 1400-1500 and Warrior 104: Tudor Knight. It also includes a new introduction and new linking text.
Knight
Author: Christopher Gravett
Publisher: Osprey Publishing
ISBN: 9781849081382
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The traditional 'knight in shining armor' has become a staple figure in popular culture; the images of bloody battlefields, bustling feasting halls and courtly tournaments have been creatively interpreted many times in film and fiction. But what was the knight truly like? The world of the English medieval knight was complex and ever-changing. From the household of King John to the defenders of Elizabeth I, there was a great alteration in the social standing of knights, their equipment and appearance, and their involvement in politics and warfare. In Knight, author Christopher Gravett, and expert on medieval history, describes how the knights evolved over four centuries of English and European history, the wars they fought, their lives both in peacetime and on campaign, the weapons they fought with, the armor and clothing they wore and their fascinating code and mythology of chivalry. The text is richly illustrated with images ranging from manuscript illustrations to modern artwork reconstructions, and many photographs of historic artifacts and sites. This book contains material previously published in Warrior 48: English Medieval Knight 1200-1300, Warrior 58: English Medieval Knight 1300-1400, Warrior 35: English Medieval Knight 1400-1500 and Warrior 104: Tudor Knight. It also includes a new introduction and new linking text.
Publisher: Osprey Publishing
ISBN: 9781849081382
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The traditional 'knight in shining armor' has become a staple figure in popular culture; the images of bloody battlefields, bustling feasting halls and courtly tournaments have been creatively interpreted many times in film and fiction. But what was the knight truly like? The world of the English medieval knight was complex and ever-changing. From the household of King John to the defenders of Elizabeth I, there was a great alteration in the social standing of knights, their equipment and appearance, and their involvement in politics and warfare. In Knight, author Christopher Gravett, and expert on medieval history, describes how the knights evolved over four centuries of English and European history, the wars they fought, their lives both in peacetime and on campaign, the weapons they fought with, the armor and clothing they wore and their fascinating code and mythology of chivalry. The text is richly illustrated with images ranging from manuscript illustrations to modern artwork reconstructions, and many photographs of historic artifacts and sites. This book contains material previously published in Warrior 48: English Medieval Knight 1200-1300, Warrior 58: English Medieval Knight 1300-1400, Warrior 35: English Medieval Knight 1400-1500 and Warrior 104: Tudor Knight. It also includes a new introduction and new linking text.
Crime & Detection
Author: Brian Lane
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN: 9780756613952
Category : Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Explores the many different methods used to solves crimes, covering such topics as criminal, detectives, and forensics.
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN: 9780756613952
Category : Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Explores the many different methods used to solves crimes, covering such topics as criminal, detectives, and forensics.
DK Eyewitness Guides
Author: William Crampton
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 0863183700
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 67
Book Description
Each title in the Eyewitness series is an informative, visual account of the wonders of the world around us. Illustrated with colour photographs of objects from the natural world, from specialist museums and from rare private collections, the series offers a fresh approach to the mysteries of nature, history, science, arts, crafts and pastimes.
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 0863183700
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 67
Book Description
Each title in the Eyewitness series is an informative, visual account of the wonders of the world around us. Illustrated with colour photographs of objects from the natural world, from specialist museums and from rare private collections, the series offers a fresh approach to the mysteries of nature, history, science, arts, crafts and pastimes.
Ancient Rome
Author: Dorling Kindersley Publishing Staff
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780241187753
Category : Rome
Languages : en
Pages : 72
Book Description
A spectacular and engaging non-fiction Eyewitness guide to one of history's greatest civilizations, Ancient Rome How did the Roman's shape our world? What was life like for the average Roman? Find out in Eyewitness Ancient Rome and discover all about Roman's and their civilization. From powerful senators and emperors to the Roman's ancient gods, you'll have a spectacular view into one of history's most fascinating civilisations. Eyewitness reference books are now more interactive and colourful, with new infographics, statistics, facts and timelines, plus a giant pull-out wall chart; you'll be an expert on Ancient Rome in no time. Great for projects or just for fun, learn everything you need to know about the Roman's with Eyewitness.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780241187753
Category : Rome
Languages : en
Pages : 72
Book Description
A spectacular and engaging non-fiction Eyewitness guide to one of history's greatest civilizations, Ancient Rome How did the Roman's shape our world? What was life like for the average Roman? Find out in Eyewitness Ancient Rome and discover all about Roman's and their civilization. From powerful senators and emperors to the Roman's ancient gods, you'll have a spectacular view into one of history's most fascinating civilisations. Eyewitness reference books are now more interactive and colourful, with new infographics, statistics, facts and timelines, plus a giant pull-out wall chart; you'll be an expert on Ancient Rome in no time. Great for projects or just for fun, learn everything you need to know about the Roman's with Eyewitness.
Mammal
Author: Steve Parker
Publisher: DK Children
ISBN: 9780756607036
Category : Mammals
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Photographs and text examine the world of mammals, depicting their development, feeding habits, courtship rituals, protective behavior, and physical adaptation to their various ways of life.
Publisher: DK Children
ISBN: 9780756607036
Category : Mammals
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Photographs and text examine the world of mammals, depicting their development, feeding habits, courtship rituals, protective behavior, and physical adaptation to their various ways of life.
Volcano & Earthquake
Author: Susanna Van Rose
Publisher: DK Eyewitness
ISBN: 9780241013595
Category : Earthquakes
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
From erupting volcanoes to shuddering earthquakes, this book lets your child learn all about these natural disasters, their destructive impact and how they form. Find out how long eruptions last, what tectonic plates are and why these natural phenomena occur.
Publisher: DK Eyewitness
ISBN: 9780241013595
Category : Earthquakes
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
From erupting volcanoes to shuddering earthquakes, this book lets your child learn all about these natural disasters, their destructive impact and how they form. Find out how long eruptions last, what tectonic plates are and why these natural phenomena occur.
American Revolution
Author: DK
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0744052270
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Become an eyewitness to the American struggle for independence, from the events that sparked the war through to the signing of the Constitution. Discover how American soldiers won battles against the great British Empire, plus see the muskets and cannons of the armies, learn how soldiers were drilled, and find out why Yorktown was not the end of the Revolution. Eyewitness American Revolution will bring you face-to-face with American revolutionaries including George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Hancock, John Adams, and Benjamin Franklin. Loved and trusted for over 30 years, Eyewitness has a new look and even more content: • A bite-sized formula of text with images that kids love! • Fully revised and fact-checked by subject specialists • Packed with facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines • Updated with brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field Eyewitness American Revolution uses a groundbreaking visual layout that makes learning fun for kids aged 9-12. This museum in a book uses striking full-color photographs and illustrations of colonial weaponry, the notorious British red-coat uniform, deadly warships, the historic Declaration of Independence, and much more as well as amazing facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines to help bring this extraordinary war to life. Eyewitness content approved by -ologists! DK’s Eyewitness kids books are updated and fact-checked by subject specialists, with brand new first-hand eyewitness accounts throughout from experts in the field. A best-selling series known and trusted for generations, with a fresh new look and up-to-date content. What will you Eyewitness next? Travel back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the earth with Eyewitness Dinosaur, or come face-to-face with a pharaoh in Eyewitness Ancient Egypt. Do you think you’ve found your topic of interest? DK has even more history books for kids and adults alike find them all by searching for “DK history books”.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0744052270
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Become an eyewitness to the American struggle for independence, from the events that sparked the war through to the signing of the Constitution. Discover how American soldiers won battles against the great British Empire, plus see the muskets and cannons of the armies, learn how soldiers were drilled, and find out why Yorktown was not the end of the Revolution. Eyewitness American Revolution will bring you face-to-face with American revolutionaries including George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Hancock, John Adams, and Benjamin Franklin. Loved and trusted for over 30 years, Eyewitness has a new look and even more content: • A bite-sized formula of text with images that kids love! • Fully revised and fact-checked by subject specialists • Packed with facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines • Updated with brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field Eyewitness American Revolution uses a groundbreaking visual layout that makes learning fun for kids aged 9-12. This museum in a book uses striking full-color photographs and illustrations of colonial weaponry, the notorious British red-coat uniform, deadly warships, the historic Declaration of Independence, and much more as well as amazing facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines to help bring this extraordinary war to life. Eyewitness content approved by -ologists! DK’s Eyewitness kids books are updated and fact-checked by subject specialists, with brand new first-hand eyewitness accounts throughout from experts in the field. A best-selling series known and trusted for generations, with a fresh new look and up-to-date content. What will you Eyewitness next? Travel back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the earth with Eyewitness Dinosaur, or come face-to-face with a pharaoh in Eyewitness Ancient Egypt. Do you think you’ve found your topic of interest? DK has even more history books for kids and adults alike find them all by searching for “DK history books”.
Civil War
Author: John E. Stanchak
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780751313659
Category : United States
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
Summary: Examines many aspects of the United States Civil War, including the issue of slavery, secession, the raising of armies, individual battles, the commanders, Northern life, Confederate culture, the surrender of the South, and the aftermath.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780751313659
Category : United States
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
Summary: Examines many aspects of the United States Civil War, including the issue of slavery, secession, the raising of armies, individual battles, the commanders, Northern life, Confederate culture, the surrender of the South, and the aftermath.
Football
Author: James Buckley (Jr.)
Publisher: DK Children
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 72
Book Description
With brilliantly colorful illustrations, Buckley examines various aspects of professional football, including the history of the game, evolution of equipment, playing field, and more.
Publisher: DK Children
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 72
Book Description
With brilliantly colorful illustrations, Buckley examines various aspects of professional football, including the history of the game, evolution of equipment, playing field, and more.
Weather
Author: Brian Cosgrove
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780751347463
Category : Weather
Languages : en
Pages : 72
Book Description
EyewitnessWeatherBrian Cosgrove Be an eyewitness to how the weather works - from how clouds form and why it rains, to what causes a ferocious hurricane or a roaring tornado that strikes without warning. See a machine that measures the windFind out why the climate may change in the futureDiscover how clouds are born
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780751347463
Category : Weather
Languages : en
Pages : 72
Book Description
EyewitnessWeatherBrian Cosgrove Be an eyewitness to how the weather works - from how clouds form and why it rains, to what causes a ferocious hurricane or a roaring tornado that strikes without warning. See a machine that measures the windFind out why the climate may change in the futureDiscover how clouds are born