Format:
Online-Ressource (167 p)
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ill., maps
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18 cm
Edition:
Online-Ausg. 2009 Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
ISBN:
0192806556
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9780191517501
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9780192806550
Series Statement:
A very short introductions
Uniform Title:
Fighting for Christendom
Content:
The Crusades were one of the most extraordinary, vivid episodes in world history. But were they motivated by spiritual reward or by greed? Were they an early experiment in European colonialism? How were they organized? With customary flair and originality, Christopher Tyerman picks his way through the many debates to present a clear and lively discussion of the Crusades. - ;Crusading fervour gripped Europe for over 200 years, creating one of the most extraordinary, vivid episodes in world history. Whether the Crusades are regarded as the most romantic of Christian expeditions, or the last of t
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index
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Previously published as: Fighting for Christendom. 2004
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Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9780192806550
Additional Edition:
Print version The Crusades : A Very Short Introduction
Language:
English
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