The Seventh Expert: An Interactive Medieval Adventure

Oakley, Mark

ISBN 10: 155451066X / ISBN 13: 9781554510665

Published by Annick Press, 2008

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Seventh Expert: An Interactive Medieval Adventure
• Publisher: Annick Press
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 155451066X
• ISBN 13: 9781554510665
• Binding: hardcover
• Illustrator: Mantha, John
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

Medieval history meets interactive storytelling. In 1362, violent storms pounded Europe, wiping out some coastal settlements. The Seventh Expert, which provides a compelling mix of history, storytelling and interactive fun, puts the reader in charge of rebuilding one medieval village. Through seven action-filled chapters, each representing a year of rebuilding, the reader faces the struggles of the emerging community. Luckily, six village experts are at the reader's service to offer advice along with a wide range of medieval tools and implements. These experts include: Blacksmith: tools (hammers, plows) and weapons (swords, arrows) Carpenter: buildings (houses, mills) and vehicles (carts, wagons) Farmer: food (bread, beer) and medicines (herbs, soap) Hunter: hunting equipment (bows, traps) and fishing gear (hooks, nets) Knight: siege weapons (cannon, catapults) and defen

About the Author

Mark Oakley is the author of the long-running comic book Thieves and Kings. He lives in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

John Mantha is the award-winning illustrator of more than a dozen books for young readers. He lives in Toronto.