The Middle Ages were filled with social, political, and cultural changes. Throughout Europe, kingdoms rose and fell, rulers waged wars, and many people faced hardships such as disease and famine. But at the same time, art and culture flourished. The Middle Ages provides an overview of this pivotal period, exploring its major events and developments. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.