Malcolm Barber's lucid narrative separates myth from history in this full and detailed account of the Order, from its origins, flourishing and suppression to the Templars' historical afterlife.
Finding resonances between the fourteenth-century trial and contemporary events, Barber's classic account endeavours to tackle the unresolved controversies surrounding the... Læs mere
This book examines how in the twelfth century the Cathars raised fundamental issues of faith and the nature of society, issues which remain deeply relevant to our own time.
This volume presents translations of a selection of the letters sent by crusaders and pilgrims from Asia Minor, Syria and... Læs mere
These essays analyze the attitudes and reactions of medieval society to external threat and internal dissension. The crusaders encompass the... Læs mere
For nearly two centuries the Templars fought for Christianity against Islam. In 1307 King Philip IV of France accused them of betraying their calling, culminating in the... Læs mere
Malcolm Barber's lucid narrative separates myth from history in this full and detailed account of the Order of the Temple, from its origins, flourishing and suppression to the Templars' historical afterlife.
This book examines how in the twelfth century the Cathars raised fundamental issues of faith and the nature of society, issues which remain deeply relevant to our own time.
This volume presents translations of a selection of the letters sent by crusaders and pilgrims from Asia Minor, Syria and... Læs mere
Covering a colourful period of medieval history from the schism between the eastern and western churches to the death of Dante, The Two Cities provides an introduction to key topic.
Covering a colourful period of medieval history from the schism between the eastern and western churches to the death of Dante, The Two Cities provides an introduction to key topic.