This title is suitable for children aged 9 years and up. This sumptuously illustrated volume presents legends of that romantic, noble medieval warrior, the knight. In magnificent full-colour spreads, author and award-winning illustrator L.A. Williams provides a brief background on the real life, training and weaponry of the historical knight, before leading into thrilling tales of gallant and sometimes ruthless mythical knights from a range of traditions. Featuring King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table and Joan of Arc, "The Book of Knights" is an adventure with every turn of the page.

 

There are 144 pages in this book. This book was published 2010 by Sterling Juvenile .

Artist and author L. A. Williams has been illustrating in the fantasy role-playing markets for more than 20 years and his artwork is owned by collectors around the world. His clients include such prestigious brands as Hasbro, among others. RUTH THOMSON is a highly experienced author and editor of children's books. She has an MA in Museum and Gallery Education.