Manners and Customs in the Middle Ages (Medieval World (Crabtree Paperback))
By Marsha Groves.
Description
This work is suitable for ages 8-14. In the Middle Ages, it was important for everyone to dress and act according to their position in society. This intriguing new book describes the different manners and customs that were practised by kings, knights, ladies, peasants, and religious officials Chr(45) on the battlefield, in a monastery, at weddings, and at a funerals. The topics include: knights and chivalry; rules that noble youth had to follow when serving their lord and lady; books of manners; the tradition of monks and nuns eating in silence; wedding customs, such as the wedding ring and...
ISBN(s)
077871389X, 9780778713890
