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21) Barbarians!
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"Kroll introduces four notable groups referred to by their enemies as barbarians: the Goths, the Huns, the Vikings, and the Mongols. In each case, he looks at the lives of common people within the group, their religious beliefs, their leaders, their history, and the results of their attacks on other civilizations"--Amazon.com.
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This innovative presentation of medieval history combines visually appealing infographics, whimsical cartoons and lively, informative text to highlight aspects of the diversity and intercultural dynamics of the medieval world, from Europe to the Byzantine, Ottoman and Islamic empires.
26) Vikings
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"Provides readers with exciting details, facts, and statistics about Vikings"--Provided by publisher.
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"Did you ever wish to be a princess? Have you ever wanted to wear a pretty pink gown, sing to your forest animal friends, and attend a fancy fairy-tale ball? Then meet Beatrice--she represents what being a princess in the Middle Ages was really like. Pink gown? More like itchy wool! Sing to animals? Think archery and horseback riding instead. Beatrice's life is no fairy tale, but she will show you that fact can sometimes be more fascinating than fantasy....
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"This book is designed as a parody of Fodor's guides, complete with humorous maps, reviews of places to stay and top attractions (don't miss a jousting tournament . . . but watch out for lances!), and tips on whom to have lunch with (murderous Queen Olga of Kiev, naturally--just don't eat or drink anything around her!). If you had a time travel machine and could take a vacation anywhere in history, this is the only guidebook series you would need."--Amazon.com....
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"The Story of the World" covers the sweep of human history from ancient times until the present. This read-aloud series is designed for parents to share with elementary-school children, or for older readers to enjoy alone. Volume two (of four) presents a history of the world, from 400 to 1600 A.D. Includes maps, illustrations, and tales from each culture.
33) The Middle Ages
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Maps, charts, illustrations, and text explore the history and culture of the Middle Ages.
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