Archers, Alchemists, and 98 Other Medieval Jobs You Might Have Loved or Loathed (Jobs in History) (Hardcover)

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Gr. 3-6. Galloway introduces medieval Europe from 1000 to 1500 not by recounting dates, wars, and rulers but by discussing the occupations available in the society. Ten thematic chapters cover categories such as "Bread and Butter Jobs," "Religious Jobs," "Castle Jobs," "Dirty Jobs," and "Law and Order Jobs." After discussing how society was organized and how life differed during the Middle Ages, she focuses on individual occupations in segments that range from one to three paragraphs. Options available to women are considered in the introduction and sometimes mentioned again within the descriptions of individual jobs. Sidebars broaden the treatment with information on specific issues. The jaunty, cartoonlike ink drawings, brightened with color washes, heighten the informal, upbeat tone of the informative text. Carolyn Phelan
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An anything-but-dull look at that time period... filled with cool cartoon-style illustrations and interesting sidebars. -- Marcia Borucki, Chicago Tribune 09/30/2003

Brings the middle ages to life... accurate information presented with humor and wit. -- Elizabeth Shaffer, BC Parent 01/2004

Clear, chatty language... an appealing book... A terrific supplement to Middle Ages units. -- Anne Chapman, School Library Journal 01/2004

One to dip into again and again for a chuckle or a revelation. -- Alison Chadsey, Victoria Times Colonist 01/18/2004

Packed with fascinating detail... this book is a real eye-opener that kids will love. -- Krys Stefansky, Virginian-Pilot 01/13/2004

The jaunty, cartoonlike ink drawings, brightened with color washes, heighten the informal, upbeat tone of the informative text. -- Carolyn Phelan, Booklist / RBB 01/01/2004

Witty, charming and packed with information... enjoyable read... will teach readers of any age much about Medieval culture. -- Lucy Schall, VOYA 02/2004

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Hardcover: 96 pages
• Publisher: Annick Press (September 6, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1550378112
• ISBN-13: 978-1550378115
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #378,534 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!, August 10, 2009

By	S. Wheeler (San Antonio, TX) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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This is a great book! It makes understanding the middle ages, the people, the lives of the peasantry and others much easier for children. Excellent information in a simple, even silly (all the better!) style. Highly recommended for a basic understanding of medieval roles -- even for grown-ups.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Jobs in Mideival Times, June 9, 2009

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This review is from: Archers, Alchemists, and 98 Other Medieval Jobs You Might Have Loved or Loathed (Jobs in History) (Paperback)

The Middle Ages lasted 1,00 years, from 450 A.D. to 1450. There wasn't one big country any more, just a bunch of little ones. King John signed the Magna Carta, covering the first Crusade. The Black Death lasted from 1348 to 1350. In 1492 Columbas discovered America. Paesants worked on farms. The church consisted of a Pope, cardinals, bishops, friars, chaplains, monks and nuns. A page was a messenger at age 7, while at 14 they could become a squire; if they were poor they remained a squire their whole life. Knights ruled lands and administered justice. Witch hunters accused people of devil worship. It is a good book.