Medieval life /

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by Langley, Andrew,
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Authors: Brightling, Geoff,--ill. | Dann, Geoff,--ill. Series: DK eyewitness books. Published by : DK Publishing, (New York :) Physical details: 72 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm. + Subject(s): Civilization, Medieval. | Middle Ages. Year : 2011 01. English Non Fiction Item type : 01. English Non Fiction
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Includes index.

Accompanying CD-ROM contains clip art.

"Discover medieval Europe - from life in a country manor to the streets of a growing town"--Cover.

The middle ages -- Medieval society -- A peasant's life -- Tied to the soil -- Running a manor -- A medieval home -- From kitchen to table -- Medieval women -- The great barons -- The royal court -- The medieval soldier -- The church -- Building a cathedral -- The art of decoration -- Holy orders -- Life in a monastery -- The written word -- Saints and pilgrims -- The Islamic world -- Trade and commerce -- Life in the town -- The guild masters -- The stonemasons -- Fairs and feast days -- Medieval music -- Plays and parades -- Death and disease -- The birth of a new age -- Did you know? -- Who's who? -- Find out more.

An illustrated look at various aspects of life in medieval Europe, covering everyday life, religion, royalty, and more.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 69) and index.