Saladin Prince of Chivalry

By Charles J. Rosebault

Book Overview

Saladin Prince of Chivalry is a biography of the famous Muslim general and leader, Saladin, written by Charles J. Rosebault. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed account of Saladin's life, from his early years as a young warrior in the Middle East to his rise to power as the Sultan of Egypt and Syria. The author explores Saladin's military campaigns, his political alliances, and his religious beliefs, highlighting his role as a unifying force in the Muslim world during the Crusades. The book also delves into Saladin's personal life, including his relationships with his family, his advisors, and his enemies. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, Rosebault paints a vivid portrait of Saladin, showcasing his bravery, honor, and compassion, and offering a nuanced perspective on one of the most fascinating figures in medieval history.1930. Illustrated. In the twelfth century, Mark Prophet was embodied as Saladin, the great Muslim leader who conquered and unified the entire Muslim world. Charles Rosebault has given us the following account of Saladin's exceptional magnanimity. Contents: The Knighting of Saladin; God Wishes ; In and Around the Holy Land; Cities of Splendor; Paving the Way; From the Loins of Fighters; Sultan of Egypt; At Grips with the Envious; Entry into Syria; The Old Man of the Mountains; The Man Himself; A Night with the Sultan; The Sultan's Many Duties; Saladin the Munificent; Preparations for the Holy War; The Battle of Hattin; On to Jerusalem; Fortune No Longer Kindly; Fighting at Acre; Saladin and Richard; Destruction of Ascalon; Coming to Terms; and Death of Saladin.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: 1417927933
• ISBN13: 9781417927937
• Release Date: July 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"