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Knight: The Warrior and World of Chivalry

By Robert Jones

Book information

Publisher
Osprey Publishing
Year
2011
ISBN
9781849083126, 1849083126
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
54 MB (57007745 bytes)
Series
General Military
Pages
240\242
Time added
2020-09-27 11:47:32
History;Nonfiction;Historical;Medieval;History;Med

Description

From a life-long student of the medieval long sword and medieval history comes a comprehensive overview of the Age of the Knights. Jones shows that behind the popular image of the knight in shining armor lies a world that is both more complex and more fascinating. Were knights glory-seeking, bloodthirsty thugs that lay ravage to the Holy Land or simple Christians serving their king? Jones explores the myths and controversies behind their battle-effectiveness and chivalric code. He also examines knighthood as a "career path" and investigates the role of the knight in law and justice. Lavishly illustrated and drawing on rare first-hand accounts, this book reveals the world of the knight in all its tarnished glory.

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