Castle - How It Works

Firefly & Fern Summary

In this beautifully illustrated exploration, David Macaulay takes readers on a fascinating journey through the inner workings of a medieval castle. Through detailed cross-section drawings and clear explanations, children discover how castles were designed, built, and used as fortifications—transforming abstract history into an exciting visual adventure. This book makes architecture and engineering come alive, showing young readers that understanding how things work can be just as captivating as any story.