In addition to eye-catching visuals on every page (all fully captioned), the book features timelines, maps, and numerous fact boxes. Main subjects are divided into 14 two-page spreads with artwork and decorative borders attractively arranged around text passages. Subtitles add focus and glossary terms are printed in boldface. Topics include medieval storytellers such as troubadours, bards, and minstrels; folk songs and dances; legends and myths from around the world; mythical creatures, such as dragons, unicorns, and giants; medieval theater; and stories about heroes and gods.
