Books written by Deborah Murrell

  • Weapons
    Weapons

    Long shields with rounded tops and narrow bottoms were called kite shields . They were useful both on horseback and on foot . When on horseback , kite shields protected the rider's body and leg on one side . These are the shields that ...

  • Fighting a Battle
    Fighting a Battle

    Shields and Tactics Most infantrymen had a shield . Men in the front line of a battle often formed a shield wall , standing close together with their shields in front . Pikemen held pikes in front of their shields .

  • Knights and Armor
    Knights and Armor

    Apart from his armor , a knight's main protection was his shield . Early wooden shields were large . As body armor improved , shields became smaller and lighter . They were usually fitted with a strap that went around the neck , leaving ...

  • 世界地理百科大地图

    世界地理百科大地图

  • The Official Manchester United Illustrated Encyclopedia
    The Official Manchester United Illustrated Encyclopedia

    This new edition of the definitive guide to Old Trafford has been updated to record Manchester United's unprecedented Treble success of 1998.

  • The Best Book of Knights and Castles
    The Best Book of Knights and Castles

    The Best Book of Knights and Castles takes the reader on an amazing journey to explore medieval castles all over the world.

  • My Best Book of Knights and Castles
    My Best Book of Knights and Castles

    Medieval knights and castles have always fascinated children. This book takes the subject one step further and carries the reader on a journey to find out about medieval castles all over the world.

  • Castles
    Castles

    Describes the history of castles in medieval Europe, including how they were built, their different parts, and elements of castle warfare.

  • A Heros Guide to Warriors - ScholFair
    A Heros Guide to Warriors - ScholFair

    A Heros Guide to Warriors - ScholFair

  • Everything You Need to Know: An encyclopedia for inquiring young minds
    Everything You Need to Know: An encyclopedia for inquiring young minds

    Everything You Need to Know by Deborah Chancellor, Deborah Murrell, Philip Steele, Barbara Taylor This wonderful first encyclopedia is the perfect one-volume book of knowledge for young readers.

  • Mad about --- Sharks
    Mad about --- Sharks

    Mad About Sharks, from Ladybird, is full of shark facts! Are you mad about sharks? From fins and teeth to babies and ancient ancestors, this book is full of fascinating facts and information for all young shark enthusiasts.

  • Mega Trucks: The Biggest, Toughest Trucks in the World!
    Mega Trucks: The Biggest, Toughest Trucks in the World!

    Discusses the parts and functions of different kinds of trucks, including tractor-trailers, loaders, and monster trucks.