Book details
A Medieval Monastery
Published in
1996
Description
Explore a medieval monastery and discover what happened within its cloistered walls. This is a full-colour illustrated guide to all aspects of medieval monasteries, their construction, the lives of the monks and nuns who lived in them, and the various monastic orders and the disciplines they followed. This book will bring history alive!
Age
9-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
48 pages
Book in series
#3
Why to read
- Provides a detailed look into the daily life of monks and the organization of medieval monasteries, offering valuable historical insights.
- Includes rich illustrations and descriptions that bring the medieval period to life for readers of all ages.
- Written by Fiona Macdonald, a respected historian, ensuring the information is both accurate and engaging.
- Ideal for educators and students as it can serve as a supplementary resource for history classes focusing on the medieval era.