Vlad the Impaler: Bloodthirsty Medieval Prince

by John Shea

Book Overview

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.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1482448084
• ISBN13: 9781482448085
• Release Date: July 2016
• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.6" x 9.2"
• Age Range: 9 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 6