Books with title Castle

Peta Jones is an ordinary girl struggling with the loss of her father, an army hero who died in mysterious circumstances. When she receives clues that he may still be alive, but noone believes her, she embarks on a dangerous rescue across the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean to a clifftop castle, home to a billionaire in exile. Soon Peta discovers that what some people will do for money, she will do for truth and hope.

This children's history book has everything you need to know about medieval castles, including knights, jousting, sieges, drawbridges, and forts.Learn about castle design, from the earliest motte and bailey styles to stone fortresses and beautiful castles in Japan and India. See some of the most impressive castles in the world, and stock up on amazing facts. Packed with information, artefacts, and colourful pages, DKfindout! Castles brings the medieval world to life.The DKfindout! series introduces children to a range of exciting topics in a fun, engaging way. Checked by specialist consultants and an educational expert this is not only a source of information you can trust, but one that is age-appropriate and supportive of schoolwork. Ranging from core topics, to more specialized subjects, the DKfindout! series will inspire and delight kids.

Magnificent, detailed illustrations bring history to life in this all encompassing castle tour that covers everything from the majestic splendour of the great halls to the hardships of living in a feudal society. A gatefold opens up to an amazing cutaway view of the castle--both inside and out--to allow the reader a up-close view of all the rooms and people going about their everyday tasks. Includes an illustrated glossary and index.