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Books @ your McAuley Library

This is a selection of books available in the McAuley Library. These and others are held in Closed Reserve.

The Middle Ages by Davies, Kate, Mason, Conrad & Wheatley, Abigail
Call Number: 940.1 DAV
ISBN: 9780746070109
Publication Date: 2008
Her story by Halligan, Katherine
Call Number: B920.72 HAL
ISBN: 9781788001380
Publication Date: 2018
Warriors by Harpur, James
Call Number: 355.009 HAR
ISBN: 9781416939511
Publication Date: 2007
Explorers by Huang, Nellie
Call Number: 910.92 HUA
ISBN: 9780241343784
Publication Date: 2019
Medieval Knights by Jones, Molly
Call Number: 940.1 JON
ISBN: 9781631437557
Publication Date: 2015
Explore! by Kespert, Deborah
Call Number: 910.92 KES
ISBN: 9780500292303
Publication Date: 2016
Joan of Arc by Kudlinski, Kathleen
Call Number: B944.026 JOA
ISBN: 9780756635275
Publication Date: 2008
101 World Heroes by Montefiore, Simon
Call Number: 920.02 MON
ISBN: 9781847241382
Publication Date: 2007
Vasco da Gama by Noonan, Diana
Call Number: 910.92 NOO
ISBN: 9781458659996
Publication Date: 2015
The Medieval knights by Park, Louise & Love, Timothy
Call Number: 940.1 PAR
ISBN: 9781420267860
Publication Date: 2009
Epic!: Explorers by Philip Steele
Call Number: 910.92 STE
ISBN: 9780750297332
Publication Date: 2016
Medieval people by Prestwich, Michael
ISBN: 9780500293850
Publication Date: 2021
The book of saints by Rose, Jo
Call Number: 270.0922 ROS
ISBN: 9781445489711
Publication Date: 2012
Your Guide to Medieval Society by Stuckey, Rachel
Call Number: 940.1 STU
ISBN: 9780778729976
Publication Date: 2017
Loyola Kids Book of Heroes by Welborn, Amy
Call Number: 282.0922 WEL
ISBN: 9780829415841
Publication Date: 2003

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Alexander Nevsky (Real Crusades History, 2019)

Christine de Pizan (The Irish Audio Project, 2014)

St Francis of Assisi (Catholic Online, 2019)

Vasco da Gama (History, 2016)

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(The Infographics Show, 2019)

Websites

Richard I (Richard the Lionheart)

Westminster Abbey :
Includes a brief biogrpahy of Richard I as well as chapters on his marriage, coronation and burial. A 1 minute video about his coronation is also included.
Johnson, Ben : Richard Lionheart
From Historic UK, a look at why Richard is sometimes called one of England's greatest and bravest kings and if the facts support this title.

Charlemagne (Charles the Great)

British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) : Charlemagne (c. 747 - c. 814)
A potted biography of Charlemagne, also known as Charles the Great.
Rosa, Luke : Charlemagne: King of the Franks
Brief family background of Charlemagne, how he became King and expanded the kingdom, his crowning as Holy Roman Emperor and his government and reforms.
New World Encyclopedia : Charlemagne
Comprehensive information under the headings which include Background; Administration and Cultural significance. Many of his reforms are described under Administration.

Eleanor of Aquitaine

English Heritage : Eleanor of Aquitaine
Brief outline of Eleanor of Aquitaine's life and more information under the headings of The most eligible woman in Europe; An unhappy marriage; Queen of England; Revolt and imprisonment and Return to power.
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) : Eleanor of Aquitaine (1122-1204)
A succinct look at the life of Eleanor of Aquitaine and her time as queen consort of France and then queen of England.

William I (The Conqueror)

Westminster Abbey : William I (the Conqueror)
Brief information under the headings of marriage, coronation and burial.
The Royal Household : William I 'The Conqueror' (r. 1066-1087)
Information provided by a trusted site, the Royal Household.

Frederick Barbarossa

Hickman, Kennedy : Biography of Frederick Barbarossa, Holy Roman Emperor
Includes a fast facts section on key points about Frederick Barbarossa. It also covers his childhood, his time as King of Germany, the Third Crusade and his death.
Sack, Harald : Life and legend of Frederick Barbarossa
Includes timeline, images and a YouTube clip. Headings include Frederick’s youth; A decisive victory and a new crusade; & The legend.

Alexander Nevsky

Snell, Melissa : Alexander Nevsky
Some information presented in bullet form, followed by a more detailed biography.
New World Encyclopedia : Alexander Nevsky
This biography describes Nevsky as the key figure of Medieval Russia. It has a table of most important points, as well as his legacy.

Joan of Arc

History.com (Editors) : Joan of Arc
Described under the headings of Joan of Arc’s early life; The siege of Orléans; Capture of Joan of Arc; How did Joan of Arc die?; St. Joan of Arc. Includes a video and illustrations.
New World Encyclopedia : Joan of Arc
Includes background information of the times Joan lived in; her early life; her rise to prominence and leadership; and her capture, trial, execution and posthumous retrial. Other headings include Visions and Legacy.

Christine de Pisan

Brooklyn Museum : Christine de Pisan
This webpage describes artwork titled, Christine de Pisan at The Dinner Party, however it starts with good biographical information about Christine de Pisan.
Lloyd, Jean : Christine de Pizan
Although this site is not organised using headings, the information is not too brief or comprehensive. Worth reading.

Sultan Mehmed II

The Ottomans.org (Editors) : Mehmed the Conqueror
Detailed information described under the headings of Biography; Conquest of Constantinople; Campaigns and the Code of Law.
Kids Encyclopedia : Mehmed the Conqueror
Includes sections of: Early reign; Conquest of Constantinople; Conquests in Asia; Conquests in Europe; Personal life; death and legacy.

Genghis Khan

Andrews, Evan : 10 Things you may not know about Genghis Khan
Interesting topics like 'Genghis' wasn’t his real name and some of his most trusted generals were former enemies. Includes two videos
History.com (Editors) : Genghis Khan
Described under the headings of Genghis Khan - The early years; Unites the Mongols;
Establishes an empire; Death and the Continuation of the Empire. Includes a video and illustrations.

Marco Polo

History.com (Editors) : Marco Polo
Described under the headings of Marco Polo - the early years; travels along the Silk Road and Marco Polo in Venice. Includes a video and illustrations.
The Mariners' Museum & Park : Marco Polo
Some information presented in bullet form and more detailed information under the headings of Early life; Voyages; Later years & death; and Legacy.

Christopher Columbus

The Mariners' Museum & Park : Christopher Columbus
Some information presented in bullet form and more detailed information under the headings of Early life; Voyages; Later years & death; and Legacy.
History.com (Editors) : Christopher Columbus
Described under the headings of Christopher Columbus and the Age of Discovery;
early life and nationality; First voyage; Later Voyages; and legacy. Includes two videos and illustrations.

Vasco da Gama

History.com (Editors) : Vasco da Gama
Described under the headings of Vasco da Gama’s early life and first voyage to India;
Relations with local population & rival traders; Da Gama’s later life and last voyage to India. Includes a video and illustrations.
The Mariners' Museum & Park : Vasco da Gama
Some information presented in bullet form and more detailed information under the headings of Early life; Voyages; Later years & death; and Legacy.

Theodora

McClanan, Anne : Empress Theodora, rhetoric, and Byzantine primary sources
Empress Theodora is regarded as one of the most influential women in history. From poor and humble beginnings, she managed to become empress and ruler of the Byzantine Empire.
Brooklyn Museum : Theodora
A good short biography of Empress Theodora's life, however, do not read the section under the heading, "Theodora at The Dinner Party", as this is not relevant to your task.

The Black Prince

Westminster Abbey : Edward of Woodstock (the Black Prince)
A very short summary of how the Black Prince got his name and key dates from his life.
Macewan, Terry : Edward the Black Prince
A look at the family history of Edward and significant battles he was involved in.

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(Real Crusades History, 2019)

(Bedtime History, 2019)

Assessment

Year 8 Medieval History significant individuals task

Databases

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Programme 1: Charlemagne: The father of Europe 44:26 mins

Programme 2: Joan of Arc 23:37 mins

Programme 3: Kings and Queens - William the Conqueror 23:28 mins

Programme 4: Christopher Columbus 22:48 mins

Programme 5: Marco Polo 21:48 mins

YouTube

William the Conqueror (France 24 English, 2016)

Eleanor of Aquitaine (Real Crusades History, 2019)

In-text sources

Bedtime History. (2019, April 1). Charlemange for kids [Video file]. Retrieved from https://youtube/ygW2TWlSrmg.

Catholic Online. (2019, October 23). St. Francis of Assisi [Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/Ljof6S_ZGBM

France 24 English. (2016, October 14). William the Conqueror, the Norman who dared to invade England [Video file]. Retrieved from https://youtube/_rrvrvPjN-0.

History. (2016, February 9). Vasco de Gama [Video]. YouTube. https//youtube.com/watch?v=rxHf_2zTcQo

Holiday, L. (2020, February 18). Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine [Video file]. Retrieved from https://youtube/wMLE2stlCR8.

The Infographics Show. (2019, June 24). Genghis Khan - Greatest conqueror ever? [Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/oBsMQOHWiWM

The Irish Audio Project. (2014, July 25). Christine de Pizan [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com./watch?v=2Xx6tZ4Aamc

Real Crusades History. (2019, November 24). Frederick Barbarossa and the Third Crusade [Video file]. Retrieved from https://youtube/teXmpRHWrCo.

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