The life of a knight /

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by Eastwood, Kay.
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Series: Medieval world Published by : Crabtree Pub. Co., (St. Catharines, ON :) Physical details: 32 p. : col. ill., map ; 28 cm. Subject(s): Knights and knighthood. | Middle Ages. | Civilization, Medieval. Year : 2004 01. English Non Fiction Item type : 01. English Non Fiction
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West Kent Elementary School 940.1 EAS Available

Includes index.

The Middle Ages -- Becoming a knight -- A knight's armor -- Weapons -- Heraldry -- Knights in battle -- The Crusades -- Military orders -- The Samurai -- Tournaments -- A time of chivalry -- Knights at home -- Famous warriors -- The end of an age.

Describes the duties and privileges of a medieval knight in warfare and in service to a lord, and explores aspects of daily life such as clothing, apprenticeship, heraldry, and obedience to the chivalric code.