The Chronicle ... Concerning the Conquest of Constantinople, by the French and Venetians, Anno M.Cciv. Tr. by T. Smith (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781021886026)

In this chronicle, French knight Geoffroy de Villehardouin documents the Fourth Crusade and the siege and capture of Constantinople in the early 13th century. This authoritative historical account provides insight into the motivations and actions of the crusaders and their leaders, as well as the political and military climate of the time. Translated by T. Smith, this edition offers modern readers access to an important primary source for medieval history.

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