What it was like to be a Norman: Volume 7: Book 7

Walk in the footsteps of William the Conqueror with Blue Peter Award winning author David Long, who expertly unearths the captivating history, culture and legacy of the Norman era. The Normans who invaded England in 1066 were descendants of fierce Viking warriors. Under William the Conqueror, they defeated King Harold at the Battle of Hastings and changed the course of British history. Behind the walls of their mighty castles, Norman lords feasted on roast peacock and wild boar, while the poorest villagers scraped a living on tiny strips of land, forbidden to hunt or even travel without their master’s permission. Meanwhile, thousands of ordinary people marched across Europe to fight in bloody religious wars called the Crusades. From the savage Harrying of the North to the chaos of a civil war between two cousins fighting for the throne, find out what life was really like in Norman England, and why their castles, cathedrals and even their words are still with us today Walk in the footsteps of William the Conqueror with Blue Peter Award winning author David Long, who expertly unearths the captivating history, culture and legacy of the Norman era. In 1066, William the Conqueror led a formidable army across the English Channel, changing the course of British history. Descended from fierce Viking raiders, the Normans became ruthless rulers who built monumental castles, established a new social order and merged their customs with those of the English people. From the grandeur of their fortresses to the harsh realities faced by the common people, discover the intricate tapestry of life during the Norman era. Through vivid storytelling and captivating illustrations, this book invites young readers to explore the triumphs and trials of the Normans and understand their lasting impact on our world today. Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

Pagina's: 104, Paperback, Barrington Stoke