The Middle Ages come to life in this latest installment in the hit
Weird But True Know-It-All series, featuring stories of legendary
rulers, epic castles, menacing weaponry, and more!
Vikings are known for being fierce warriors. But did you know that they
used tug-of-war to train for battle--and that the losing team was pulled
into a pit of fire?
Europe was ravaged by the plague during the Middle Ages. But did you
know that the secret ingredient in one cure concocted by medieval
doctors was ... "dragons' blood"?!
Go beyond the Middle Ages of Europe to explore great empires around the
globe, including Ottoman, Shona, Aztec, and the Song dynasty. From Joan
of Arc to Genghis Khan, incredible inventions to eyebrow-raising
medieval medicines, you'll know it all by the time you finish this book.
Packed with important historical information along with the wackiest
and weirdest facts ever about the Middle Ages!
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Complete your collection with:
Weird But True Know-It-All U.S. Presidents
Weird But True Know-It-All Greek Mythology
Weird But True Know-It-All Ancient Egypt
Weird But True Know-It-All Rocks and Minerals