Step into the real Middle Ages and discover the hidden world of medieval life like never before. From sacred monasteries to bustling streets, this book uncovers the gritty realities, dangerous labor, and untold stories behind the walls of castles, villages, and towns.

Explore five captivating chapters: Chapter 1 ? The Life of a Medieval Monk, witness devotion, discipline, and secret routines; Chapter 2 ? Life of a Medieval Farmer, where toil, survival, and the harsh rhythms of the land shape every day; Chapter 3 ? Life of an Innkeeper, navigating feasts, guests, and the murky underbelly of city life; Chapter 4 ? The Harsh Life of a Butcher, where blood, skill, and danger collide in the marketplace; and Chapter 5 ? The Disgusting Life of the Gong Farmer, the nightmen who cleaned the city's filth, risking disease, death, and social isolation.

With 48 detailed illustrations, you'll see history like never before ? from the shadowy corners of latrines to the bustling medieval streets. Not suitable for children or the faint of heart, this book doesn't shy away from blood, excrement, danger, and human toil.

Perfect for fans of medieval history, historical realism, daily life, dark history, hygiene, survival, markets, castle life, and urban life, this book combines storytelling with vivid imagery to bring the raw, fascinating Middle Ages to life.

Dare to open it, and step into a world of work, ritual, danger, and survival you won't forget.