An illustrated look at various aspects of life in medieval Europe, covering everyday life, religion, royalty, and more.

Includes index.

Middle Ages -- Medieval society -- Peasant's life -- Tied to the soil -- Running a manor -- Medieval home -- From kitchen to table -- Medieval women -- Great barons -- Royal court -- Medieval soldier -- Church -- Building a cathedral -- Art of decoration -- Holy orders -- Life in a monastery -- Written word -- Saints and pilgrims -- Islamic world -- Trade and commerce -- Life in the town -- Guild masters -- Stonemasons -- Fairs and feast days -- Medieval music -- Plays and parades -- Death and disease -- Birth of a new age -- Did you know? -- Who's who? -- Find out more -- Glossary -- Index.