The castles of Europe have become a long-lasting symbol of the hard work and ingenuity of medieval builders. This volume is a great way to learn all about the engineering principles needed to create these giant, enduring buildings. Readers will learn how to build arches, drawbridges, towers, and more. The photographs and illustrations show the historical period during which castles were built, as well as examples of castles constructed in Minecraft. Readers will also be encouraged to explore computer programming to make their own mods in Minecraft.

Includes index.

Full of possibility -- Castles in real life -- Minecraft blocks -- Choosing a site -- Kinds of castles -- Walls and halls and towers -- Inside the walls -- Moats and drawbridges -- What will you build? -- Making mods -- Glossary -- Index -- Websites.