The First Crusade: The Accounts Of Eyewitnesses And Participants (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163443132)

The First Crusade: The Accounts Of Eyewitnesses And Participants is a historical book written by August C. Krey. It provides a detailed account of the First Crusade, which was a military expedition launched by the Christian armies of Western Europe in 1096 to reclaim the Holy Land from Muslim rule. The book includes primary sources from eyewitnesses and participants of the Crusade, such as letters, diaries, and chronicles. Krey's book covers the background and causes of the Crusade, including the religious and political motivations of the participants. It also describes the key events of the Crusade, such as the siege of Antioch and the capture of Jerusalem. The book provides insights into the experiences of the Crusaders, including their hardships, victories, and defeats. Overall, The First Crusade: The Accounts Of Eyewitnesses And Participants is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Crusades or medieval Europe. It offers a unique perspective on the First Crusade by presenting primary sources from those who witnessed and participated in the events.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: August C. Krey
ISBN-10: 1163443131
ISBN-13: 9781163443132
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 324
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.42lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d