Castle is a superb exploration of the world of the castles of the Middle Ages and the lives of the people who lived in them, illustrated by stunning colour photographs which complement the comprehensive text. From inside information about how castles maintained their water supply during a siege and how besiegers tunnelled under castle walls to how the Normans built castles in a hurry and how the first guns worked, Castle gives fascinating insights into the ways that brought life to the walls of these impressive buildings. Age 9 and over -- Susan Harrison

 

This book is part of a book series called Dk Eyewitness .

There are 72 pages in this book. This book was published 2002 by Dorling Kindersley Ltd .

Christopher Gravett obtained a Masters degree in Medieval Studies from the University of London. He was a Curator in the British Museum before moving to the Royal Armouries in the Tower of London.

This book has the following chapters: What is a castle?; the first castles; the great tower; concentric castles; castles on the Loire; castles in Spain; castles in Germany; the chapel; laying a siege; men and missiles; tricks of defence; the garrison; the castle as prison; crusader castles; castles in Japan; the great hall; the kitchen; at table; the entertainers; women and children; the lord; fabrics and textiles; in the fields; animals in the castle; the castle builders; the woodworkers; metalwork; castles in decline; did you know?; who's who; find out more.