Castle
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 1977 · Est. 42 min read

Castle

Written by David Macaulay

Uncover the secrets of a medieval castle's construction.

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80 pages· 6,166 words· Est. 42 min read· 1180L
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Bookroo's summary

Journey back to medieval times as the intricate process of building a castle unfolds. Discover the challenges faced by architects and builders as they bring a fortress and its surrounding town to life. With each brick laid, mysteries of the past are revealed, inviting you to explore the grandeur and intrigue of a bygone era. What secrets lie within the castle walls, and how do they shape the lives of those who dwell there? Dive into a world where history and architecture intertwine, and every stone tells a story.

From the publisher

“What David Macaulay can draw – churches, cities, pyramids – he does better than any pen-and-ink illustrator in the world. Castle once again goes through a brick-by-brick assembly, employing cross-hatches and thin black lines to evoke a medieval place and period.” – Time

Awards

Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (1978)Caldecott Honor (1978)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
80
Words
6,166
Reading age
10–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
1180L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
7.9
F&P level
~Z+
AR points
1
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
9545
Publication
Published
September 28, 1977
First published
January 1, 1977
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780395257845
LCCN
77007159
OCLC
2965418

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