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PublisherOxford University Press, Incorporated
ISBN-100192806556
ISBN-139780192806550
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Product Key Features
Book TitleCrusades : a Very Short Introduction
Number of Pages192 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2006
TopicEurope / Medieval
IllustratorYes
GenreHistory
AuthorChristopher Tyerman
Book SeriesVery Short Introductions Ser.
FormatPerfect
Dimensions
Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight5.6 Oz
Item Length6.9 in
Item Width4.4 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2005-019578
Dewey Edition22
Reviews'Review from previous edition One of the foremost historians of the Crusades, Christopher Tyerman has produced an excellent brief introduction.'John Tolan, TLS, 'Shrewd and forceful... This vigorous argument is an important correctivefor anyone who would argue for the long-term innevitability of conflict betweenChristianity and Islam.'Hugh Kennedy, New York Times Book Review, 'Review from previous edition One of the foremost historians of the Crusades, Christopher Tyerman has produced an excellent brief introduction.'John Tolan, TLS'An excellent outline of current historical thinking'Sunday Times'Shrewd and forceful... This vigorous argument is an important corrective for anyone who would argue for the long-term innevitability of conflict between Christianity and Islam.'Hugh Kennedy, New York Times Book ReviewExcellent, 'Shrewd and forceful... This vigorous argument is an important corrective for anyone who would argue for the long-term innevitability of conflict between Christianity and Islam.'Hugh Kennedy, New York Times Book Review
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Decimal909.07
Table Of Content1. Definition and Scope2. Sources and Perspectives3. Holy War4. Holy lands5. The Business of the Cross ConclusionConclusionFurther reading
SynopsisCrusading 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 the barbarian invasions, they have fascinated generations ever since, and their legacy of ideas and imagery has resonated through the centuries, inspiring Hollywood movies and great works of literature. Even today, to invoke the Crusades is to stir deep cultural myths, assumptions and prejudices.Yet despite their powerful hold on our imaginations, our knowledge of them remains obscured an distorted by time. Were the Crusaders motivated by spiritual rewards, or by greed? Were the Crusades an experiment in European colonialism, or a manifestation of religious love? How were they organized and founded?With customary flair and originality, Christopher Tyerman picks his way through the many debates to present a clear and lively discussion of the Crusades; bringing together issues of colonialism, cultural exchange, economic exploitation, and the relationship between past and present. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable., 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., With flair and originality, Christopher Tyerman presents a clear and lively discussion of the Crusades, bringing together issues of colonialism, cultural exchange, economic exploitation, and the relationship between past and present. He considers the effects of the Crusades on ordinary life in Western Europe, and the parts played by ordinary men and women in the conflict, and explores the term "Crusade" for contemporary political ends. Whether the Crusades are regarded as the most romantic of Christian expeditions, or the last of the barbarian invasions, they have fascinated generations ever since, and their legacy of ideas and imagery has resonated through the centuries, inspiring Hollywood movies and great works of literature. In this book, Tyerman skillfully weaves together one of the most extraordinary and vivid episodes in world history.
LC Classification NumberD157.T87 2005
