This is the second book in the history trilogy following The Art of Ancient History. It's a beautiful, full-color coffee-table style book. 8.5 x 11 inches. Paperback. Glossy paper. Twenty-four lessons, each of which has a full color photo of an artifact and a short description of the related history. Then, two pages are dedicated to full-color step-by-step instructions for a fine art project inspired by the artifact. The 12 medieval topics include King Arthur and the holy grail, illuminations, dragons, Eleanor of Aquitaine, stained glass windows and the plague rats. The 12 Renaissance topics include da Vinci, Michelangelo, and the Dutch tulip craze of the Northern Renaissance. This book will inspire curiosity and creativity! Interesting and enjoyable for all ages (recommended for ages 9+). Complements the live, online class, Paint Your Way Through Medieval History.