You Wouldn't Want To Be In A Medieval Dungeon

By (author) MacDonald, Fiona; By (author) Fiona, MacDonald,; Illustrated by Antram David
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Step into the murky depths of a medieval dungeon in this darkly hilarious, fact-packed guide to life as a castle jailer.
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It''s the end of the 15th century, and your days as a battle-hardened soldier are over. You''re broke, injured, and desperate for work-so you take a job running the castle prison. But beware: this is no cosy posting! From filthy cells teeming with rats and lice to prisoners plotting escape, every day brings danger, stench, and the constant threat of disease.

In this immersive, first-person narrative, readers experience the grim realities of medieval justice-torture devices, corrupt officials, innocent captives, and the harsh punishments meted out to traitors, thieves, and troublemakers. Packed with comic-style illustrations, fascinating historical facts, and "Handy Hints" for survival, this instalment in the bestselling You Wouldn''t Want to Be series makes history irresistibly funny, gruesome, and unforgettable. Perfect for reluctant readers, budding historians, and Horrible Histories fans alike.

Biographical note:
Fiona Macdonald studied history at Cambridge University and at the University of East Anglia. She has taught in adult education and in schools and universities, and is the author of numerous books for children on historical topics.
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Step into the murky depths of a medieval dungeon in this darkly hilarious, fact-packed guide to life as a castle jailer.
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Part of the ever-popular You Wouldn''t Want to Be series, loved by teachers, parents, and KS2 pupils for its mix of humour and historical accuracy.
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First-person, narrative style puts readers directly in the shoes of a medieval jailer, making history feel immediate and personal.
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Combines foul facts, hilarious illustrations, and real historical detail-ideal for engaging reluctant readers.
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Strong KS2 curriculum tie-in for medieval history, crime and punishment, and life in castles.
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Illustrated by David Antram, whose artwork is synonymous with the series'' comic, fact-filled appeal.