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Graphic Medieval History: Knights
(Paperback)
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Publishing Details
Full Title:
Graphic Medieval History: Knights
Contributors:
By (Author) Gary Jeffrey
Series:
Publisher:
Hachette Children's Group
Imprint:
Franklin Watts Ltd
Publication Date:
29th November 2022
Country:
United Kingdom
Classifications
Readership:
Children
Fiction/Non-fiction:
Non Fiction
Other Subjects:
Childrens / Teenage general interest: Places and peoples
Dewey:
940.1
Physical Properties
Physical Format:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
48
Dimensions:
Width 166mm, Height 255mm, Spine 3mm
Weight:
154g
Description
A history of Medieval conflict during key episodes of this era of human development.
Three decisive battles fought by knights in medieval history are told in graphic novel format: In 1415, English long bowmen devastate the French army in the Battle of Agincourt; Successful in holding the French town of Orleans under siege for six months in 1428, the English forces are about to meet 17 year-old Joan of Arc; In 1485, the fight for the throne of England between two royal dynasties comes to an end at Bosworth.Each book includes three amazing true stories of the times, from kings to paupers, told in graphic comic book style.Further information, illustrated with maps and artwork, gives the reader a background history on each period.Perfect for readers aged 9 and up.Author Bio
Gary Jeffrey, from Clacton on-Sea, Essex, UK, is well-known for his adaptions of biographies and history for comics. Over the course of a decade writing and story boarding these comics he grew to love the medium and became excited by its possibilities.
