Vlad the impaler : bloodthirsty medieval prince / John M. Shea.
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Main Library | Children's Biography | Vlad III S539 | Available | 33111008510956 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
Vlad III, the 15th century ruler of what is now southern Romania, had a terrifying nickname--the Impaler. It originated with the grisly way he dealt with his enemies: He demanded that their not-yet-dead bodies be impaled on stakes. Vlad's reputation for brutality only grew and later became entwined with the legend of the vampire Dracula. This in-depth account presents the true story of Vlad the Impaler and his fight against the Ottoman Empire, a struggle that makes the villain a hero to some. An appealing design and features such as sidebars and fact boxes make this biography an especially high-interest read for young historians.
Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.
A hero and a monster -- Wallachia -- Son of the dragon -- In the hands of the Ottoman Empire -- Prince Vlad III -- The Impaler -- Wallachia strikes back -- Invasion -- A prisoner once again -- Prince for a third time -- The Impaler impaled -- Glossary.
"Vlad III, the 15th century ruler of what is now southern Romania, had a terrifying nickname—the Impaler. It originated with the grisly way he dealt with his enemies: He demanded that their not-yet-dead bodies be impaled on stakes. Vlad’s reputation for brutality only grew and later became entwined with the legend of the vampire Dracula. This in-depth account presents the true story of Vlad the Impaler and his fight against the Ottoman Empire, a struggle that makes the villain a hero to some."-- Publisher's web site.