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Not since Horrible Histories has the past been brought to life for young readers so accurately and with so much humour. Written in partnership with the National Trust in the form of the diary of a young boy, page to a knight at Widemoat Castle, the story recounts an exciting episode in his life culminating in an attack on the castle by the rebellious Welsh.
Young John Drawbridge and Widemoat are fictional but everything else in the book is real and it’s full of interesting historical detail, giving a complete view of life in a medieval castle. You can always rely on Philip Ardagh to add humour and this rollicking story has some very good jokes as well as appealing characters. ~ Andrea Reece
The Editor at Nosy Crow says: “This is the perfect book for Philip: it takes advantage of his incredible mix of talents as an author - hilarious writing, brilliant characters and voice, and lots of fascinating factual detail. Jamie’s brilliant artwork is the perfect complement - it’s lively, funny, full of rich detail and expression, and hugely child-friendly. A winning combination!”
John Drawbridge has moved to Widemoat Castle to learn to become a knight. And there is a LOT to learn...How to charge with a lance on horseback without falling off. Why the spiral staircases always go up in a clockwise direction. How to defend the castle against invading parties. Why the plates served at banquets are made of stale bread (and why you shouldn't eat them...).
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John Drawbridge has moved to Widemoat Castle to learn to become a knight. And there is a LOT to learn...How to charge with a lance on horseback without falling off.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed National Trust: The Secret Diary of John Drawbridge, a Medieval Knight in Training and determined it is suitable for children aged 7-10 years old
National Trust: The Secret Diary of John Drawbridge, a Medieval Knight in Training features in the following genres: General Knowledge & Trivia, Children’s / Teenage: General interest, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Featured Books for 7+ readers, Recommendations, Historical Fiction, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Recommended Children's eBooks, Featured Books for 9+ readers
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National Trust: The Secret Diary of John Drawbridge, a Medieval Knight in Training was written by Philip Ardagh and published by Nosy Crow Ltd
National Trust: The Secret Diary of John Drawbridge, a Medieval Knight in Training has 179 pages
Yes it is part of The Secret Diary Series series
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