See Inside a Castle

by R.J. Unstead, Richard Hook (Illustrator), Brian Lewis (Illustrator)

Cutaway drawings and captions depict various types of medieval castles and the people who lived and worked within them and show how they functioned as protection for a lord's family, followers, and land

Genres: History, Nonfiction, Medieval

31 pages, Library Binding

First published March 1, 1979

About the author

Robert John Unstead is probably the most popular historian in the English-speaking world. His history books for young readers have sold over 6 million copies. He has a remarkable talent for making history exciting and readable. To him, history is colour, romance and adventure, not a dry study of dates and reigns.

Reviews

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thought this book was a very interesting look into castles. It looked at their functions as they developed and how people used them.

Gave to McCabes.

[Jaimey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Starting with motte and bailey fortifications and ending with the structures we are most familiar with today, this book covers them all in simple, concise terms with little confusion. The illustrations are beautiful and detailed with explanations for every one. Included in the back is also a glossary and index for easy reference.

I think this is a great book for kids to learn the basics of castles and medieval history. Even as a basic reference for writers, this book can answer quick questions in regard to structure, servants, even the building of a castle or fortification.

[Little Timmy · Rating 5 out of 5]

OK I know these are supposed to be kid books but they are awesome! Great pictures and just enough text to make you want to learn more. Great choices for a beginning history reader or to start an older reader out in a new area. Highly recommended

[Kaethe · Rating 2 out of 5]

too much text, not the best pictures

Library copy

[Rachel · Rating 3 out of 5]

The history of castles in Europe. I found it quite interesting and really liked the cut-away illustrations so you could see everything that went on inside.