A Brief Account Of The Military Orders In Spain (1921)

By Georgiana Goddard King

Book Overview

""A Brief Account of the Military Orders in Spain"" is a historical book written by Georgiana Goddard King in 1921. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the military orders that existed in Spain during the medieval period. These orders were established by the Catholic Church and the Spanish monarchy to defend the country against Muslim invasions and to protect the interests of the Christian faith. The author discusses the origins of the military orders, their structures, and their roles in Spanish society. She also provides a detailed account of the most prominent orders, including the Knights Templar, the Knights of Santiago, and the Order of Calatrava. King's book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of Spain, the Catholic Church, or medieval military orders. It is well-researched and provides a wealth of information about a fascinating period in Spanish history. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers. Overall, ""A Brief Account of the Military Orders in Spain"" is a valuable addition to any history enthusiast's library.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436718538
• ISBN13: 9781436718530
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"