Databases and c++ ?

I am creating a text-based midevil game ( i'm sure we've all played them before ). I want to create a data base for all the rooms and monsters in the game.
Can someone points me in the right direction?
Can I use Microsoft Access to create it?
How can i have my program access the database?

If someone could give me a few pointers or a web address that sorts this all out, i would be very very greatful and would put your name in the credits of the game. =)

thankyou

in c++ yes it is possible im doign somethign very similar. go to gametutorials.com and there is a tutorial about writing to files outside of the c++ program (like to txts)