Barber, Malcolm

The Trial of the Templars (Canto Classics)

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ISBN 13:
9781107645769
author:
Barber, Malcolm
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Cambridge University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2012
Pages:
408
Dimensions:
21.2 x 13.8 x 2.2 cm
Genre:
History, Europe, ,
Condition:
New
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£20.62

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The Trial of the Templars by Malcolm Barber is a detailed account of the dramatic demise of the elite military force known as the Knights Templar in the fourteenth century. In October 1307, their members were arrested and charged with serious heresies, including homosexuality and the denial of Christ. This book endeavours to tackle the unresolved controversies surrounding the consequences of the trial, exploring resonances between the fourteenth-century events and contemporary debates on heresy, the papacy, and the French monarchy. Barber's work provides a nuanced understanding of this pivotal moment in history, shedding light on the complex issues that led to the downfall of the Templars. By examining the trial through a historical lens, Barber offers a thought-provoking analysis of the events that shaped medieval Europe.

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