Medieval Resources For Kids Books About Famous People

Demi. Chingis Khan : Story and Pictures. New York : Holt, 1991.
[Wake County Juvenile Biography JB KHAN]
Why? Mongol warlord conquering all in his path- sounds cool doesn't it?

"Emphasizing his heroic deeds, genius as a leader, and the sheer magnitude
of his empire" (Kirkus), Demi has written a good introductory
account of one of the greatest tyrants of all time. This fascinating
look at Khan's life includes many harsh truths but manages to avoid
gore and gratuitous violence.

Grant, Neil. Eric the Red : The Viking Adventurer. New York : Oxford University Press, 1998.
[Wake County Juvenile Biography JB ERIC THE RED]
Why? Did you know that Eric the Red was wild and hot-headed, even for a Viking?

This book presents the saga of the Norse explorer who settled
Greenland. Easily readable.

Kerven, Rosalind. King Arthur. New York: Dorling Kindersley Limited, 1998.
[Wake County Fairytale Collection J398.2 KERVEN]
Why? Knights in armor, magical swords, wizards- what's the real story?

The Horn Book declares it "a good introduction to the legends and
the few facts surrounding King Arthur." In typical Eyewitness style,
lots of photographs, reproductions, and side notes make this a
terrific book.

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