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Non-Fiction

General overviews and in-depth studies of subjects relating to life in the Middle Ages.

  • Art, Textiles and ClothingArt, Textiles and Clothing
    Fashion, tapestries, illuminated manuscripts and an exploration of medieval, Celtic and Byzantine art and ornamentation. For adults and Young Adults.
  • Arthurian StudyArthurian Study
    Scholarly examinations of King Arthur, Camelot, the Knights of the Round Table and The Holy Grail in legend and history. For adults and Young Adults.
  • Crusades and CrusadersCrusades and Crusaders
    The history of the Crusades and crusading warfare. Includes books on the Knights Templar in the Holy Lands and Great Britain. For adults and Young Adults.
  • Fabulous BeastsFabulous Beasts
    Fabulous beasts in folklore, legend and myth. Dragons, unicorns, fairies and more. For adults and Young Adults.
  • Festivals and Holy DaysFestivals and Holy Days
    The history of the celebration of Christian, Pagan and Celtic holy days and festivals. For adults and Young Adults.
  • General Medieval StudyGeneral Medieval Study
    Middle Ages history research books including life in castles, towns, and cities, technology, work and more. For adults and Young Adults.
  • HeraldryHeraldry
    The history of heraldry, including sources, symbolism, traditional and contemporary use. For adults and Young Adults.
  • Medieval MedicineMedieval Medicine
    Includes scholarly examinations of the of medicine in the Middle Ages; healing plants, medical practices, remedies and more. For adults and Young Adults.
  • Myth and LegendMyth and Legend
    Celtic mythology, spirituality and lore. Gods and goddesses, the Green Man and more. For adults and Young Adults.
  • Religion and PhilosophyReligion and Philosophy
    The history of the medieval church, including monasticism, saints, cathedrals, philosophy, spirituality and more. For adults and Young Adults.
  • Tactics and ArmiesTactics and Armies
    Warfare in the Middle Ages, including siege, infantry, combat and naval warfare. For adults and Young Adults.
  • Weapons and ArmorWeapons and Armor
    Longbows, crossbows, siege machines, knights' weapons, swordsmanship and more. For adults and Young Adults.
  • UK TravelUK Travel
    Travel guides, British history and more for travelers to and aficionados of Great Britain. For adults and Young Adults.
  • Clip ArtActivity & Crafts: Clip Art
    An affordable selection of permission-free medieval and Celtic clip art books for web sites, newsletters and more. For adults and Young Adults.
  • Coloring BooksActivity & Crafts: Coloring Books
    Celtic motifs, daily life in the Middle Ages, dragons, unicorns and more. For children of all ages.
  • Other Activities and CraftsOther Activities and Crafts
    Stickers, castle models, Celtic drawing, medieval-related needlework, woodwork, calligraphy and more. For all ages.
  • Non-Fiction for ChildrenNon-Fiction for Children
    Recommended by teachers, librarians and home-schooling moms for introducing children to the Middle Ages, or for further exploration for those who have an interest in the era.