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The Crusades is an authoritative, accessible single-volume history of the brutal struggle for the Holy Land in the Middle Ages. Thomas Asbridge – a renowned historian who writes with “maximum vividness” (Joan Acocella, The New Yorker) – covers the years 1095 to 1291 in this big, ambitious, listenable account of one of the most fascinating periods in history. From Richard the Lionheart to the mighty Saladin, from the emperors of Byzantium to the Knights Templar, Asbridge’s book is a magnificent epic of holy war between the Christian and Islamic worlds, full of adventure, intrigue, and sweeping grandeur.
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Customers find this book to be an exceptional read covering 200 years of the Crusades, with thorough research and detailed sociopolitical background. The writing style is fluid, and the book presents a balanced point of view, helping readers understand the conflict and its proper context. They appreciate how well the personalities of historical figures are portrayed, and one customer notes how the author provides reasonable explanations of what motivated the major actors.
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