Do you know ... Who the Vandals were? ...How a knight trained for battle? ...Who invented fireworks? ..What the Black Death was? Find out how people lived a thousand years ago in this stunningly illustrated book. All the famous figures, big battles and important discoveries of the Middle Ages are here, as well as lots of fascinating facts about everyday life throughout the world. Historical events are explained in clear, simple language. Exciting scenes bring the past vividly to life. Amazing reconstructions show castles, cities and temples as they once were. Maps and timelines make it easy to see where and when things happened. Important dates are shown in boxes for quick reference. (96 Pages – Ages 8 and Up.)