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Stephen Biesty's Cross-sections Castle by Richard Platt

Stephen Biesty's Cross-sections Castle

Richard Platt

DK · Hardcover · May 14, 2019

History comes alive in this incredible children's illustrated book about castles.

How Things WorkMedieval History for KidsArchitecture for Kids
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Who it’s for
Cutaway views turn a medieval fortress into a lively, detail-rich place to explore.
Themes
Medieval history, Daily life in a castle, Preparing for battle
Genres
Medieval History for Kids, Architecture for Kids, How Things Work

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About this book

History comes alive in this incredible children's illustrated book about castles. Slicing through different areas of a medieval fortress, extraordinary views reveal the people busy inside, preparing for battle as an enemy army approaches. Packed with facts, you'll find out what it takes to build a massive 14th-century castle, dress a knight in armor, or prepare a feast fit for a king or queen.

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From the drawbridge to the dungeon, Cross-Sections Castle swarms with the people who keep the castle going--the workers, craftsmen, and servants. And, as you pore over every page, look out for the villainous spy. Is he in the well... the keep... the moat? No? Keep looking, he's there somewhere! Back in print after 20 years, you can now cheer on jousters, be entertained by a troubadour, and witness the gory details of a traitor's demise. This unique illustrated book for kids is not just the story of a castle; it brings medieval history to life.

Fortress at Work

Cutaway views turn a medieval fortress into a lively, detail-rich place to explore.

Come here for

  • Follow workers and craftsmen through the fortress’s busy inner life
  • Hunt for the spy among the castle’s many corners

Expect

  • Cross-sections from drawbridge to dungeon
  • Facts on castle-building, armor, and royal feasts

Where it sits

Medieval History for Kids96%
Architecture for Kids87%
How Things Work35%

Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.

Publisher categories

  • Architecture for Kids
  • History
  • Medieval History for Kids
Authors
Richard Platt
Publisher
DK
Published
May 14, 2019
Format
Hardcover
Theme
Medieval history · Daily life in a castle · Preparing for battle
Reading lane
Architecture for Kids