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Available
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Publication
OUP Oxford (2005), Paperback, 184 pages
Description
Crusading fervour gripped Europe for over 200 years, creating one of the most vivid episodes in world history, inspiring Hollywood movies and great works of literature. Christopher Tyerman presents a lively discussion of the Crusades, bringing together issues of colonialism, cultural exchange and economic exploitation.
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LibraryThing member GlennStreet
This is a well-written book that focuses too much on the historical interpretation of the Crusades, rather than on the Crusades themselves. Look elsewhere for a more traditional history.
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Original publication date
2004
Physical description
167 p.; 6.77 inches
ISBN
0192806556 / 9780192806550