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  | | DK Eyewitness Books Castle: Discover the Mysteries of the Medieval Castle and See What Life Was Like for Tho by Christopher Gravett, Geoff Dann Hardcover, 72 Pages, Published 2008 by Dk Children ISBN-13: 978-0-7566-3769-9, ISBN: 0-7566-3769-4 "The most trusted nonfiction series on the market, Eyewitness Books provide an in-depth, comprehensive look at their subjects with a unique integration of words and pictures. DK's classic look at the history and structure of castles, now reissued with a CD and wall chart!" |
 | | DK Eyewitness Books(Reprint) Knight: Explore the Lives of Medieval Mounted Warriors from the Battlefield to the Banqu by Christopher Gravett, Geoff Dann Paperback, 72 Pages, Published 2015 by Dk Children ISBN-13: 978-1-4654-3572-9, ISBN: 1-4654-3572-7 "Take an inside look at the life of a knight — from battles and banquets to sieges and chivalry — in this updated edition of Eyewitness: Knight. Illustrations, maps, charts, and timelines look at the history of medieval knights and their armor, jousting, heraldry, hawking, and crusades. With content appropriate for 8 – 12 year olds, the book covers everything from the very first knights to the decline of chivalry. Each book retains the s ..." |
 | | German Medieval Armies 1300-1500. Osprey Man at Arms Series. #166.(1st Edition) by Christopher Gravett, Angus Mcbride Paperback, 48 Pages, Published 2004 by Osprey Publishing, Limited ISBN-13: 978-0-85045-614-1, ISBN: 0-85045-614-2 "The German rulers were forceful and powerful men, and, surrounded by potential enemies, circumstances dictated the necessity of rule by strength based on military capacity. In the later 15th Century, three houses rose above the others; the families of Wittelsbach, Luxemburg and the powerful Austrian Hapsburgs. The struggles of these and other houses, and of the knights and towns, were to be a feature of German history throughout the Mid ..." |
 | | English Medieval Knight 1200–1300(3rd Edition) (Warrior) by Christopher Gravett, Graham Turner Paperback, 64 Pages, Published 2002 by Osprey Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-84176-144-2, ISBN: 1-84176-144-3 "The 13th century was a time of change for knights in England. They were faced with rising costs and increasing demands on their time for local government because of their very status in society, until knighthood itself was sometimes avoided. This period saw as well the development of the tournament from the wild team events of the early years of the century to the single jousts with blunt lance. Campaign life in the 13th century also em ..." |
 | | Men at Arms No. 310 - German Medieval Armies 1000 - 1300 by Christopher Gravett, Graham Turner, Nigel Thomas, David Nicolle Paperback, 48 Pages, Published 2001 by Osprey Publishing, Limited ISBN-13: 978-1-85532-657-6, ISBN: 1-85532-657-4 "German Medieval Armies 1000-1300Osprey Publishing Author:Christopher GravettIllustrator: Graham TurnerAbout this bookIn medieval Germany violence was accepted far more than in other kingdoms. Kings were recognised as guardians oforder, but this had its limitations. Lords expected to use force to secure their rights or win an argument when peaceful methods were not sufficient.Christopher Gravett does a fine job of examining the organisat ..." |
 | | English Medieval Knight 1400–1500(1st Edition) (Warrior) by Christopher Gravett, Graham Turner Paperback, 64 Pages, Published 2001 by Osprey Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-84176-146-6, ISBN: 1-84176-146-X "The 15th century was a time of change for knighthood. Knights no longer fought for their lords in return for land, since the feudal summons had long before given way to a system of contracts. Moreover, many knights now preferred the role of landowner, man-about-town or parliamentary representative. However, this was also the age of the knight in plate armour, of the battle of Agincourt and the conquests of Henry V, and of the Wars of th ..." |
 | | Knight (DK Eyewitness Books) by Christopher Gravett, Geoff Dann Hardcover, 72 Pages, Published 2007 by Dk Children ISBN-13: 978-0-7566-3003-4, ISBN: 0-7566-3003-7 "Detailed photographs trace the origins, heyday, and eventual decline of knighthood, chivalry, and the feudal system. Discover how armor was made, how men became knights, and what life in a medieval castle was like. "Great for reluctant readers."--School Library Journal. " |
 | | History of Castles, New and Revised(Updated) by Christopher Gravett Paperback, 192 Pages, Published 2007 by Lyons Press ISBN-13: 978-1-59921-110-7, ISBN: 1-59921-110-6 "The History of Castles is the ultimate guide to the world's most fascinating castles and strongholds. Chapters include information on castles from France, England, Wales, Scotland, Ireland, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Iberian Peninsula, Italy, Scandinavia, Eastern Europe, Russia, and the Middle East. An ideal book for history enthusiasts, people planning to take a vacation near one of these castles, and for anyone who is enamored ..." |
 | | Eyewitness(1st Edition) Knight (Eyewitness Books) by Christopher Gravett Hardcover, 64 Pages, Published 2000 by Dk Children ISBN-13: 978-0-7894-5874-2, ISBN: 0-7894-5874-8 "This 1 7th-century lance is slightly thinner than those used for jousting against an opponent. It was used to spear a small ring hanging from a bracket. ..." |
 | | Castle(1st Edition) (ALA Recommended Book for Reluctant Young Readers) (Eyewitness Books) by Christopher Gravett, Geoff Dann Pasta Dura, 64 Pages, Published 1994 by Alfred A Knopf ISBN-13: 978-0-679-86000-6, ISBN: 0-679-86000-2 "Full-color photos. Take a look behind the walls of these fascinatingfortresses and learn how they were built to house hundreds of people andanimals; how a young boy rose from lowly page to noble knight; and what lifewas like for the castle residents. "A welcome addition to the popular series."School Library Journal." |
 | | Norman Knight AD 950-1204(1st Edition) (Warrior) by Christopher Gravett, Christa Hook Paperback, 64 Pages, Published 1993 by Osprey Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-85532-287-5, ISBN: 1-85532-287-0 "Throughout the 11th and 12th centuries the Norman knight was possibly the most feared warrior in Western Europe. He was descended originally from the Vikings who had settled in Northern France under their leader Rollo in or around 911 at the behest of Charles the Simple and throughout the following centuries they remembered and built on their warlike reputation. This book shows how their military prowess was renowned throughout the know ..." |
 | | Elite 028 - Medieval Siege Warfare(1st Edition) by Christopher Gravett, Richard Hook, Christa Hook Paperback, 64 Pages, Published 1990 by Osprey Publishing ISBN-13: 978-0-85045-947-0, ISBN: 0-85045-947-8 "During the Middle Ages siege warfare played a vital role in military strategy. Sieges were far more numerous than pitched battles, ranging from small-scale affairs against palisaded earthworks to full-scale assaults on vast strongholds. Needless to say, the art of siege warfare assumed a unique importance to both invader and defender alike. In this title Christopher Gravett explores the different aspects of medieval siege warfare, from ..." |
 | | Knight(2nd Edition) Noble Warrior of England 1200-1600 (General Military) by Christopher Gravett Paperback, 288 Pages, Published 2010 by Osprey Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-84908-138-2, ISBN: 1-84908-138-7 "The traditional 'knight in shining armor' has become a staple figure in popular culture; the images of bloody battlefields, bustling feasting halls and courtly tournaments have been creatively interpreted many times in film and fiction. But what was the knight truly like? The world of the English medieval knight was complex and ever-changing. From the household of King John to the defenders of Elizabeth I, there was a great alteration i ..." |
 | | English Castles 1200-1300(1st Edition) (Fortress) by Christopher Gravett, Adam Hook Paperback, 64 Pages, Published 2009 by Osprey Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-84603-374-2, ISBN: 1-84603-374-8 "The simple castles raised after the Norman conquest had been developed throughout 11th and 12th centuries, whilst the introduction of Islamic and Byzantine fortification techniques from the late 12th century led to further developments in castle architecture. These fortifications were to be well tested throughout the course of the 13th century as England was riven by the conflict, characterized by prolonged sieges, between the monarchy ..." |
 | | Norman Stone Castles(1st Edition) (2): Europe 950–1204 (Fortress) by Christopher Gravett, Adam Hook Paperback, 64 Pages, Published 2004 by Osprey Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-84176-603-4, ISBN: 1-84176-603-8 "Following the creation of the Duchy of Normandy, the Normans were soon introduced to the castle and they built them in large numbers. In the mid-11th century, other Norman adventurers began carving out dominions for themselves in Southern Italy: some crossed to Sicily in 1061 and by 1091 had conquered the whole island. As in Normandy, they were keen to assimilate new ideas, including architectural styles, resulting in some striking b ..." |
 | | Knights at Tournament(1st Edition) (Elite) by Christopher Gravett, Angus Mcbride Paperback, 64 Pages, Published 1992 by Osprey Publishing ISBN-13: 978-0-85045-836-7, ISBN: 0-85045-836-6 "Like all warrior classes throughout history medieval knights engaged in military games, partly in preparation for war and partly for pure sport. From their often brutal origins in the 10th century to the gaudy pageantry and eventual decline of the 15th and 16th centuries, tournaments were the centre of the knightly life. The image of the armoured and surcoated knight on his caparisoned charger remains the epitome of the chivalric ideal. ..." |
 | | Hastings 1066(Updated) (Revised Edition): The Fall of Saxon England (Campaign) by Christopher Gravett Paperback, 100 Pages, Published 2000 by Osprey Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-84176-133-6, ISBN: 1-84176-133-8 "Osprey's Campaign title for the Battle of Hastings, which was fought on 14th October 1066 between Duke William of Normandy and Harold Godwinson, king of England, and which irrevocably changed the course of English history. William's victory ensured his accession to the English throne. Hastings was also decisive in another way: the horrendous casualties suffered by the English nobility both there and at the two earlier battles of Fulford ..." |
 | | The Normans(Updated) Warrior Knights and Their Castles (General Military) by Christopher Gravett, Dr David Nicolle Paperback, 256 Pages, Published 2007 by Osprey Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-84603-218-9, ISBN: 1-84603-218-0 "The Norman knights were the most feared warriors of the 11th and 12th centuries in Western Europe. Tales of their conquests spread throughout the known world as their military prowess resulted in the capture of Sicily in 1060 and England in 1066. This book, packed with illustrations, explores the world of the Normans. Authors Christopher Gravett and David Nicolle discuss the spectacular castles the Normans erected to protect their lands ..." |
 | | Tudor Knight(1st Edition) (Warrior) by Christopher Gravett, Graham Turner Paperback, 64 Pages, Published 2006 by Osprey Publishing Illustrated ISBN-13: 978-1-84176-970-7, ISBN: 1-84176-970-3 "Osprey's study of the knight during the Tudor period (1485-1603). The Tudor knight was the first line of defence employed by monarchs from Henry VIII to Elizabeth I, the last of a long tradition of knighthood dating back to the 11th century. Knighthood during the Tudor era saw reforms in recruitment, appearance, and most radically in training and equipment. This book details those changes, profiling the knight's appearance and dress, li ..." |
 | | The Normans(1st Edition) Warrior Knights and their Castles (General Military) by Christopher Gravett, Dr David Nicolle Hardcover, 256 Pages, Published 2006 by Osprey Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-84603-088-8, ISBN: 1-84603-088-9 "The Norman Knight was the most feared warrior during the 11th and 12th centuries in Western Europe. Tales of their conquests spread throughout the known world as their military prowess resulted in the capture Sicily in 1060 and England in 1066. This beautifully illustrated book explores the world of the Normans and the life of a typical Norman knight. Authors Chris Gravett and David Nicolle discuss the spectacular castles that they erec ..." |
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