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Medieval - Archers, Alchemists: and 98 Other Medieval Jobs You Might Have Loved or Loathed (Jobs in History)

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Book Synopsis: This book allows us to explore a popular fantasy. If we could go back in time to the Middle Ages, what would we want to be? A knight in shining armor? A princess in a silken gown? Most people’s lives were far less glamorous but just as fascinating. Barbers cut off beards ... and sickly limbs; gong farmers cleaned out latrines ... and sorted through the excrement for dropped buttons or pennies. This fascinating and original guide presents 100 careers, described with historical accuracy and the author’s renowned wit! Sidebars expound on intriguing elements of medieval life, including the Bayeux Tapestry, Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales, medieval cosmetics, and torture techniques! The art provides the reader with further opportunities to have fun and learn.

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Are you ready to dive into the fascinating world of the Middle Ages? Transport yourself to a time of knights and princesses, and discover the intriguing lives of those who lived during that era with Archers, Alchemists: and 98 Other Medieval Jobs You Might Have Loved or Loathed (Jobs in History). This captivating book takes you on a journey through 100 historical careers, bringing the Middle Ages to life with its accurate descriptions and the author's renowned wit.

Experience the grittier side of medieval life as you learn about jobs that were far from glamorous but equally captivating. From barbers who not only styled hair but also removed beards and healed the sickly, to gong farmers who braved the depths of latrines to search for dropped buttons or pennies, each career is explored in detail, giving you a glimpse into the daily lives of men and women from different walks of life.

But Archers, Alchemists: and 98 Other Medieval Jobs You Might Have Loved or Loathed (Jobs in History) is more than just a historical reference book. With its intriguing sidebars on elements like the Bayeux Tapestry, Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, medieval cosmetics, and even torture techniques, this guide goes beyond the typical history book to provide you with a deeper understanding of the medieval world.

Enhanced by captivating artwork, this book will transport you back in time, allowing you to immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the Middle Ages. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply curious about the past, Archers, Alchemists: and 98 Other Medieval Jobs You Might Have Loved or Loathed (Jobs in History) is a must-read.

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