The First Crusade and the Idea of Crusading 2nd Edition

The First Crusade and the Idea of Crusading 2nd Edition by Jonathan Riley-Smith

This book presents a complete analysis of the First Crusade, including the latest research and a new introduction. In this classic work, Jonathan Riley-Smith considers the realities of the events surrounding the beginning of the crusading age. He discusses the launching of the First Crusade, Pope Urban's message, the practical experience of the crusaders and the interpretation of this experience by historians since. A brand new introduction places the work in the context of changing thought and research by medieval historians. This includes both advances made in the development of crusading theory and theology as well as the politics of the Middle Ages. This book represents the best scholarship available and will be of great value to all students of the period.

Jonathan Riley-Smith is Emeritus Professor of Ecclesiastical History, University of Cambridge. His many publications on the Crusades include What Were the Crusades?, The Oxford History of the Crusades and Hospitallers.

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ISBN 13	9780826439246
ISBN 10	0826439241
Title	The First Crusade and the Idea of Crusading 2nd Edition
Author	Jonathan Riley-Smith
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Year published	2009-09-30
Number of pages	272
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