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Crusades: The Holy War
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9798385650293
ISBN13:
9798385650293
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$17.52
Crusades: The Holy War
$17.52
The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Crusades, a series of religious wars fought between the 11th and 13th centuries primarily between Christians and Muslims for control of the Holy Land. The Crusades were called for by Pope Urban II in 1095 in response to a request from the Byzantine Emperor to help defend against Muslim forces that had taken control of Jerusalem.
The book explores the religious and political context that led to the call for the Crusades, including the tensions between Christians and Muslims in the Holy Land, as well as the internal conflicts within the Christian Church that paved the way for Pope Urban II to rally support for the Crusades. The book also highlights the economic and social factors that contributed to the appeal of the Crusades for many Europeans.
The book delves into the experiences of key figures during the Crusades, including Godfrey of Bouillon, Raymond of Toulouse, Tancred, King Louis VII of France, King Conrad III of Germany, King Richard the Lionheart of England, and the Muslim leader Saladin. The book discusses the strategies and tactics used by the Crusaders to achieve victory, as well as the impact of the Crusades on the region and its people.
The book also examines the challenges faced by the Kingdom of Jerusalem, established by the Crusaders following the First Crusade, including wars with Muslim powers such as the Fatimid Caliphate, internal conflicts among the Crusaders, and the rise of Saladin. The book explores the cultural and religious dynamics of the Kingdom and its impact on the region.
The book delves into the aftermath of the Crusades, including their impact on European and Middle Eastern societies, as well as their legacy in art, literature, and religious conflict. The book examines the controversial aspects of the Crusades, including their impact on Muslim-Christian relations and the effects of the Crusaders' violent conquests. The book concludes with a discussion of the ongoing relevance of the Crusades in global history and politics.
| Author: MD Faisal Ahmed |
| Publisher: Independently Published |
| Publication Date: Mar 02, 2023 |
| Number of Pages: 170 pages |
| Binding: Paperback or Softback |
| ISBN-10: NA |
| ISBN-13: 9798385650293 |
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