Life in a Medieval Castle

To this day, the remains of medieval castles dot the landscape of Europe. These mighty relics, many close to a thousand years old, are durable symbols of a long forgotten way of life. During the height of the Middle Ages, the castle was an integral part of the social system known as feudalism. Castles were of course used for defense, but also as storehouses, gathering places, and symbols of prestige.

In Life in a Medieval Castle, historians Joseph and Frances Gies explore the world of the ...