Public Libraries of Suffolk County, New York

The Crusades, the authoritative history of the war for the Holy Land, Thomas Asbridge

Label
The Crusades, the authoritative history of the war for the Holy Land, Thomas Asbridge
Language
eng
resource.accompanyingMatter
technical information on music
Bibliography note
Includes bibliographical references (pages [687]-742) and index
Form of composition
not applicable
Format of music
not applicable
Main title
The Crusades
Medium
sound recording audiobook download
Responsibility statement
Thomas Asbridge
Sub title
the authoritative history of the war for the Holy Land
Summary
Drawing on painstaking original research and an intimate knowledge of the Near East, Thomas Asbridge uncovers what drove Muslims and Christians alike to embrace the ideals of "jihad" and crusade, revealing how these holy wars reshaped the medieval world and why they continue to influence events today
Table Of Contents
The coming of the Crusades -- The response of Islam -- The trail of champions -- The struggle for survival -- Victory in the East -- Conclusion
Contributor