{"product_id":"the-first-crusade-half-hour-history-9798187549092","title":"The First Crusade: The Epic Journey To Jerusalem 1096 - 1099","description":"The Holy War That Changed the Medieval World\u003cp\u003eIn 1095, Pope Urban II called upon the Christians of Europe to reclaim the Holy Land. What followed was one of the most extraordinary journeys in history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKnights, nobles, priests and ordinary people marched thousands of miles across Europe and Asia, enduring starvation, disease, fierce battles and seemingly impossible odds. They crossed mountains and deserts, besieged mighty cities including Nicaea and Antioch, and eventually stood before the walls of Jerusalem itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHalf Hour History: The First Crusade\u003c\/b\u003e tells the complete story of this remarkable expedition in a clear, engaging and accessible way. Discover the dramatic events that transformed medieval Europe and the Middle East, meet legendary figures such as Godfrey of Bouillon, Bohemond of Taranto and Peter the Hermit, and uncover the myths, triumphs and tragedies behind one of history's most influential conflicts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside you'll discover: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Why Pope Urban II launched the Crusade\u003cbr\u003e- The disastrous People's Crusade\u003cbr\u003e- The epic sieges of Nicaea, Antioch and Jerusalem\u003cbr\u003e- The incredible hardships faced by the Crusaders\u003cbr\u003e- The creation of the Crusader Kingdoms\u003cbr\u003e- The myths and surprising facts behind the Crusade\u003cbr\u003e- Why the First Crusade still matters nearly 1,000 years later\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're new to medieval history or looking for a fast-paced introduction to one of history's greatest military and religious expeditions, this book will give you a fascinating understanding of the campaign that reshaped the medieval world forever.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Half Hour History\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798187549092\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 07\/18\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 102\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.32lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.21d","brand":"Half Hour History","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":50665920397567,"sku":"9798187549092","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-first-crusade-half-hour-history-9798187549092","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}