medieval period, 1066-1485

Compares the events and characters in Shakespeare's nine historical plays with actual events in England during the period the dramas represent, and concludes that while the playwright was a reliable historian, he did not hesitate to take liberties with fact in order to enhance his fiction.

Describes life in medieval Britain where many of the institutions that we know today were developed.

An introduction to medieval England surveying the years from the departure of the Roman legions to the Battle of Bosworth.

Discusses many aspects of medieval civilization in Britain between 1066-1485 including the church, trade and communications, leisure and fashion, and castles.

A color-illustrated exploration of medieval England that covers its political and cultural history, belief system, society, and legacy, and also includes a time line, glossary, further-reading list, and list of related Web sites.

Bedivere, a handsome young knight, meets and falls in love with Rowena, the youngest daughter of Sir Ethan, while she and her sisters were dancing in the magical forest; however, accepting Sir Ethan's challenge puts both Bedivere and Rowena in a dangerous situation.

Photographs and text provide information about everyday life in the middle ages, discussing food and drink, entertainment, fashion, art and architecture, health and medicine, love and marriage, war and weaponry, and crime and punishment, transport and science, and religion.

Examines housing, transportation, trade, warfare, and other aspects of medieval life in the English town of Lincoln from the Norman conquest to the Wars of the Roses.