Saladin Prince of Chivalry (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781432614287)

Saladin Prince of Chivalry is a historical biography written by Charles J. Rosebault. The book tells the story of Saladin, the legendary Muslim leader who conquered Jerusalem in the 12th century during the Crusades. Saladin is widely regarded as one of the greatest military leaders of all time, known for his chivalry, honor, and compassion. The book follows Saladin's life from his early years as a young soldier to his rise to power as the Sultan of Egypt and Syria. It explores his military campaigns, his relationships with other leaders of the time, and his role in the Crusades. Rosebault provides a detailed and well-researched account of Saladin's life, drawing on historical sources and primary documents to give readers a comprehensive understanding of this fascinating figure. He also examines the cultural and political context of Saladin's time, shedding light on the complex religious and political dynamics that shaped the era. Overall, Saladin Prince of Chivalry is a compelling and informative biography that offers a unique perspective on one of the most important figures in medieval history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the Crusades, Islamic history, or the life of one of the world's greatest military leaders.1930. Illustrated. In the twelfth century, Mark Prophet was embodied as Saladin, the great Muslim leader who conquered and unified the entire Muslim world. Charles Rosebault has given us the following account of Saladin's exceptional magnanimity. Contents: The Knighting of Saladin; God Wishes!; In and Around the Holy Land; Cities of Splendor; Paving the Way; From the Loins of Fighters; Sultan of Egypt; At Grips with the Envious; Entry into Syria; The Old Man of the Mountains; The Man Himself; A Night with the Sultan; The Sultan's Many Duties; Saladin the Munificent; Preparations for the Holy War; The Battle of Hattin; On to Jerusalem; Fortune No Longer Kindly; Fighting at Acre; Saladin and Richard; Destruction of Ascalon; Coming to Terms; and Death of Saladin.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Charles J. Rosebault
ISBN-10: 1432614282
ISBN-13: 9781432614287
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/02/2004
Pages: 336
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.46lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d