From building a moat to planning a siege, delve into the weird-but-wonderful aspects of castle life!Tracing the history of castles across the British Isles, Castles: A Very Peculiar History uncovers how these fascinating fortresses were built, fought over and lived in.
Explore the life and works of one of the greatest writers of the English language!Uncover the truth beyond common myths - could his father really not read or write? Black-and-white line drawings bring the text to life to inspire any budding theatre enthusiasts, writers and more!