"Be an eyewitness to the exciting world of the medieval castle, from the dramatic methods used to defend and attack castles to what life was really like for the people living inside its mighty battlements"--P. [4] of cover.

Originating as simple earth mounds surrounded by ditches, castles swiftly grew into mighty fortresses that could withstand tremendous attacks. Castles of War uses extensive re-enactments to place you at the center of these bloody sieges. From the narrow slits that archers used to target their enemies to the devastating practice of dropping pots of boiling oil onto outside invaders, see how castles changed the techniques of warfare. You'll also witness...

Describes daily life in the castles of Europe from the years 500 to 1500.

"Takes a look at life in a medieval castle through the eyes of its many different inhabitants"--Front jacket flap.

While playing cards in the great entrance hall of a castle, four friendly ghosts hear noises in the cellar that cause them to make a shocking discovery.

This fascinating program explores the romantic history of the clans through tours of the castles that have witnessed centuries of war and tribal treachery. Legends of fairies, secret rooms and ghosts enliven the history of a brave people.

Mrs. Worm and Gloomsburg castle are taken over by ghosts.

The stories behind several so-called haunted castles.

Geronimo is invited by his friend Creepella von Cacklefur to her family's spooky castle, and he is surrounded by the gloom of the castle as well as by Creepella's creepy family!