Pluskowski, Aleksander
The Teutonic Knights: Rise and Fall of a Religious Corporation (Medieval Lives)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781789148688
- author:
- Pluskowski, Aleksander
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Reaktion Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 21.8 x 14.7 x 2.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Medieval, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Teutonic Knights: Rise and Fall of a Religious Corporation Aleksander Pluskowski explores the complex history of the Teutonic Order, from its humble beginnings as a field hospital during the Third Crusade to its rise as a powerful territorial ruler in northeastern Europe. The book chronicles three centuries of theocratic rule by this remarkable religious corporation, examining both its notable accomplishments and failures. The Teutonic Knights constructed distinctive fortified convents, including their headquarters, which stood as one of the largest castles in Western Christendom. However, their power was ultimately undone by a devastating war with Poland-Lithuania and the secularization of their Prussian and Livonian branches during the Reformation. This compelling narrative offers a fresh perspective on a pivotal force in European history. Through its pages, The Teutonic Knights sheds light on the intricate workings of this influential religious institution, revealing the complexities of its rise and fall over three centuries.
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