New Concise History of the Crusades

Name: New Concise History of the Crusades
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ISBN: 9780742538238

ISBN-10: 0742538230

ISBN-13: 9780742538238

Edition: 2005

Authors: Thomas F. Madden

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How have the crusades contributed to Islamist rage and terrorism today? Were the crusades the Christian equivalent of modern jihad? In this sweeping yet crisp history, Thomas Madden offers a brilliant and compelling narrative of the crusades and their contemporary relevance. Placing all the major crusades within their medieval social, economic, religious, and intellectual environments, Madden explores the uniquely medieval world that led untold thousands to leave their homes, family, and friends to march in Christ's name to distant lands. From Palestine and Europe's farthest reaches, each crusade is recounted in clear, concise narrative. The author gives special attention as well to the…

Book details

List price: $38.00
Copyright year: 2005
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Incorporated
Publication date: 11/10/2005
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 280
Size: 6.07" wide x 9.07" long x 0.59" tall
Weight: 0.792
Language: English



List of Maps


Preface


Chronology



The Call



The First Crusade



The Rise of the Latin Kingdom of Jerusalem and the Second Crusade



The Decline of the Latin Kingdom of Jerusalem and the Third Crusade



The Fourth Crusade



Crusading at Home



The Fifth Crusade and the Crusade of Frederick II



The Crusades of St. Louis



The Later Crusades



The Legacy of the Crusades


Conclusion


Glossary


Discussion Questions


Select Bibliography


Sources in Translation


Index


About the Author