The Crusades And The Crusaders

By John G. Edgar

Book Overview

The Crusades And The Crusaders is a historical book written by John G. Edgar that provides a comprehensive account of the Crusades, a series of religious wars fought between the 11th and 13th centuries. The book discusses the origins of the Crusades, the various battles fought during the wars, and the impact they had on Europe, the Middle East, and the world as a whole. The author delves into the motivations behind the Crusades, including religious fervor, political ambition, and economic gain. He explores the different groups involved in the wars, including the Christian armies from Europe and the Muslim forces defending their territories in the Holy Land. The book also covers the major figures of the Crusades, including Richard the Lionheart, Saladin, and Pope Urban II, and their roles in shaping the outcome of the wars. Overall, The Crusades And The Crusaders offers a detailed and insightful look into one of the most significant events in medieval history and its lasting impact on the world.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: 1430490373
• ISBN13: 9781430490371
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 396 Pages
• Weight: 1.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"