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Castles, those majestic sentinels of stone, evoke images of brave knights in shining armor, damsels in distress, evil queens, and lunatic kings. This volume of poems showcases castles from many different countries such as England, Scotland, Japan, Romania, Switzerland, and more. Through rhythm and rhyme, secrets of castle lore are divulged. Explore the dark halls of Bran Castle. Was it really the home of Count Dracula? Learn about mad King Ludwig, a brooding, despondent king, whose castle became his hideaway from the harsh realities of life. Legend has it that when the moon is full, his ghost appears. Read about Eric, a brave Danish prince, who could not escape the monstrous jaws of a dragon. Castle lovers of all ages will find this collection to be entertaining and educational. Dan Burr's beautiful, vivid illustrations capture the heart of each poem. From the grim portrayal of captive royalty in a dark dungeon to the magnificent rendering of Catherine's Palace with its luxuriant gold furnishings, every picture is a masterpiece. Includes bibliographic references, a table of contents, a timeline, and a section called medieval minutes that features intriguing facts about the castles.

—Children's Literature