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Synopsis
Describes the design, construction, and uses of various types of castles in Europe and in other parts of the world. Includes instructions for building a castle out of simple household materials.
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About the Author
Peter Hicks teaches history and archaeology and has a special enthusiasm for 'digging up the past'. He has wide experience of writing about history for children.
From School Library Journal
Gr 6-8--A look at the methods and purposes of castle design and building. Beginning with a definition of what constitutes a castle, the book presents the different types in chronological order, noting factors that led to the development of variations. The book ends with a brief overview of these structures around the world and a discussion of the fate of most medieval castles. Because of its focus, this title goes into more detail than Christopher Gravett's Castle (Knopf, 1994). The presentation is factual, but there are occasionally lapses into fictionalizing. The clear illustrations include a variety of watercolor paintings, full-color photographs, reproductions of period paintings, and simple drawings that directly support the text. A "Build Your Own Castle" project is flawed by disjointed, incomplete directions spread across seven pages. A list of further resources includes books, CD-ROMs, and Internet sites. Overall, though, this title is pictorial, fact filled, and well organized.
Megan McGuire, Lake View Elementary School, Madison, WI
Copyright 1999 Cahners Business Information, Inc.
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- PublisherPowerkids Pr
- Publication date2007
- ISBN 10 1404242937
- ISBN 13 9781404242937
- BindingLibrary Binding
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages48
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Hardcover. Condition: Poor. No Jacket. This title explains how castles were built, while also providing information about different types of castles. The book also includes step-by-step instructions for projects that allow readers to build their own model of a castle. Former library book. Has been repaired by replacing the spine and meanding the hinges. Has been glued back into its covers after being shaken loose. Solid binding. Moderate edgewear on the boards. Moderate shelf wear. Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item. Ex-Library. Seller Inventory # 123705625
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