You Wouldn't Want to Be in a Medieval Dungeon! (You Wouldn't Want to...) (Paperback)

~ (Author), (Illustrator), David Antram (Illustrator) "It is the end of the 15th century in medieval England..." (more)

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About the Author

Fiona MacDonald studied history at Cambridge University and at the University of East Anglia. She has taught in schools, adult education and university, and is the author of numerous books for children on historical topics.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Children's Press(CT) (March 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0531166511
• ISBN-13: 978-0531166512
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 8.3 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #401,762 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Funny and instructive, May 5, 2008

By	Enrique Torres "Rico" (San Diegotitlan, Califas) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)

In this book, that teaches the young student about Medieval life, author Fiona Macdonald tackles the subject of the dungeon. The idea is that you a returning knight in search of a job but do you really want to be working in medieval jail? She brings out all the negatives about the job to help you understand what it was like in the 15th century. She introduces the applicants for the job, a motly looking crew but not near as bad as the prisoners. The student will learn who runs the prisons, the pay and different types of prisons as well as something about castle life. The student will earn about the diffrent types of offenses that land people in prison. The conditions inside the prison are shown to be less than desireable without beds or toilets. Friends must provide these luxuries, as the prison does not. Needless to say, the health conditions are horrible where many diseases may be thrive. The book concludes with a funny examination of punishment. The art work is hilarious characterizations of medieval life. A glossary is included. This is a super little book for the young student to learn about medieval life and recommended for community and K-6 libraries.

5.0 out of 5 stars Funny and Educational, August 19, 2009

By	J. Grambo "Teacher" (Indiana, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Specifically, you wouldn't want to work as a castle jailer! An entertaining way to expose students to the causes for and circumstances surrounding medieval punishments. Great color illustrations on every page. Ages 8-14.