Tyre, William of
The Conquest of Jerusalem and the Third Crusade: Sources in Translation (Crusade Texts in Translation)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781840146769
- author:
- Tyre, William of
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Ashgate
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1998
- Pages:
- 208
- Genre:
- Asian / Middle Eastern history: c 500 to c 1500
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Conquest of Jerusalem and the Third Crusade in Modern English is a collection of key texts describing Saladin's conquest of Jerusalem in 1187 and the third Crusade. This book brings together translations of primary sources, including the Old French Continuation of William of Tyre, to provide a comprehensive understanding of these pivotal events. The text includes accounts of the rise and fall of King Guy de Lusignan, the Battle of Hattin, and the siege of Acre, as well as letters from King Richard the Lionheart. These primary sources offer valuable insights into the politics, military campaigns, and personal experiences of those involved in the Crusades. Suitable for students and anyone interested in the history of the Crusades to the Holy Land, this collection provides a detailed and nuanced understanding of these complex events.
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