How to Slay a Dragon: A Medieval Hero's Adventure Guide

You were born in a small village and have suddenly been chosen to slay a dragon. Feeling overwhelmed? Don't worry: this "legendary" handbook will guide you through the Middle Ages, step by step!

You'll need to choose gear suited for battle, learn a little magic or a few tricks to protect yourself, and find a mentor who's right for you. You'll have to figure out food and shelter along the way, while staying alert for crafty con artists and vicious bandits. You can pick a fight in a tavern with someone you can't stand, but remember not to get too close to the charming barmaid. You'll need to survive long winters and attacks by sea monsters, but you should also lend a hand when a fire breaks out. You ought to be able to read the beacon signals when enemy forces approach, and know how to entertain the enthusiastic guests who come to celebrate after you rescue the princess.

Kate Stevenson, a scholar with a doctorate in medieval history, crafts an adventure just for you with lively prose and vivid scenes. From food, clothing, housing, and transport to society and culture, from brawls among commoners to struggles for the throne, the real Middle Ages await your exploration. See what lies beneath their mysterious aura.

Now it's time to become a hero unlike any other.