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Amid the ashes of Nazi Germany's defeat, Marianne von Lingenfels returns to the once-grand castle of her husband's ancestors, an imposing stone fortress now fallen into ruin following years of war. The widow of a resister murdered in the failed July 20, 1944 plot to assassinate Adolf Hitler, Marianne plans to uphold the promise she made to her husband's brave conspirators: to find and protect their wives, her fellow resistance widows. First Marianne...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
680L
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English
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"On their latest field trip, Fly Guy and Buzz learn all about castles: from drawbridges and dungeons to kings, queens, and knights! There are humorous illustrations and engaging photographs throughout"--www.bibz.com.
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Pub. Date
2022.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
950L
Language
English
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"Castles may conjure up a romantic fairy tale world; however, in real life, during the Middle Ages, castles were fortresses, providing shelter and protection for the lord as well as for the peasants who lived on his land. For an army, a lord depended on young soldiers in armor called knights who spent years at the castle learning the skills of warfare."--
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Deverill chronicles volume 3
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English
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Ireland, early 1939. Much has changed for the Deverill family and a new generation is waiting in the wings. But eyes are once again turning towards Europe where the storm clouds of war are building. In Dublin, Martha Wallace's feelings of rejection have turned, . in an instant, to happiness. Martha came home from America, desperate to track down her birth mother. But instead she has lost her heart to the impossibly charming JP, scion of the Deverill...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
920L
Language
English
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"What would it be like to be a knight in the Middle Ages? This book takes readers on the journey of becoming a knight, from fighting practice and jousting tournaments to actual battles"--Provided by publisher.
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Lexile measure
1380L
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English
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The authors allow medieval man and woman to speak for themselves through selections from past journals, songs, even account books. -- Time The authors allow medieval man and woman to speak for themselves through selections from past journals, songs, even account books. --Time The Gieses succeed in making a remote and unfamiliar world accessible.
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As modern tourist destinations, museums, and sites of archaeological and architectural study, medieval castles continue to captivate students of history and laymen alike. Medieval cathedrals, many refurbished and still in use, also inspire awe, inspiration, and historical interest. In this book, readers will be enthralled by the vivid imagery of the castles and cathedrals that remain all over Europe and the rich historical narratives their stories...
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English
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Once a seat of government as well as the private residence of its owners, the medieval castle was also a military base and stronghold for the surrounding geographical area. The development of these sturdy fortifications in England during the Middle Ages is carefully examined in this profusely illustrated book. From early chapters dealing with primitive earthworks and Roman stations, the text goes on to explore the construction of the English castle...
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English
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Castles have shaped England. For almost one thousand years, castles have been the settings of siege and battle, dens of plotting and intrigue, and refuges for troubled kings. Today, the romantic yet ruinous shapes of once grand fortresses stud the English countryside--a reminder of turbulent times past. Exploring English Castles provides readers with a breathtaking tour through the grandest castles of England. It brings ruins to life through true...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
850L
Language
English
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This high-interest title explores the history and lore behind castles and forts around the world that are reported to be haunted. Using a narrative style, the book tells the debunked and unexplained stories of paranormal occurrences in the castles of royals and the forts of armies. Readers will examine the historical records and eyewitness accounts of ghostly events, and evaluate the evidence.
15) Himeji castle
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
720L
Language
English
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This title takes readers through the grounds, halls, and history of Himeji Castle in Japan. Readers will learn about who lived there, including kings and queens, what purposes the castle served, and what visitors can expect when they explore Himeji Castle today. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
16) Edinburgh Castle
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
760L
Language
English
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This title takes readers through the grounds, halls, and history of Edinburgh Castle in Scotland. Readers will learn about who lived there, including kings and queens, what purposes the castle served, and what visitors can expect when they explore Edinburgh Castle today. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards.
18) Bran Castle
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
670L
Language
English
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This title takes readers through the grounds, halls, and history of Bran Castle in Romania. Readers will learn about who lived there, including kings and queens, what purposes the castle served, and what visitors can expect, when they explore Bran Castle today.
19) Alcazar Castle
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
770L
Language
English
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Description
Simple text and illustrations introduce young readers to the history of Alcazar Castle in Spain.
20) Windsor Castle
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
740L
Language
English
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"This title takes readers through the grounds, halls, and history of Windsor Castle in England. Readers will learn about who lived and still lives there, including kings and queens, what purposes the castle served, and what visitors can expect when they explore Windsor today"--
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