You can learn a lot from what archaeologists and historians have uncovered about the past, but what would the people who actually lived at the time be able to tell you? Meet the Medieval Folk does just that! This book will transport you back to medieval times where you will meet all kinds of people from all walks of life. Kitchen maids, merchants, knights and even a leper will answer your questions and give you the inside information of what it may have been like to live at this time, before you are then transported back to your own era.

Encounters with the Past is a brilliant series designed to shine a light on historical ideas about subjects such as medicine, science, religion, food, magic and society. Perfect for readers aged 9-11 who want a more personal account of these fascinating times.

This book is part of a book series called Encounters With the Past .

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published 2014 by Hachette Children's Group .

LIZ MILES is an editor and author of books for younger readers, with many years of experience. She lives in Wivenhoe, England.

This book has the following chapters:

• 1: Into the past
• 1: The servants errands
• 1: A wool merchant
• 1: Talking to the leper
• 1: A visit to the blacksmith
• 1: A monk at the drawbridge
• 1: The tired kitchen maid
• 1: The nobelwoman
• 1: At the tournament
• 1: The doctor's remedies
• 1: The castle banquet
• 1: Setting out with the Pilgrims
• 1: Back to the present
• 1: Glossary and index