The Crusades 1095-1197

Seminar Studies in History

by Jonathan Phillips

The idea of the crusade remains a potent one. In this compelling account, Jonathan Philips moves away from modern constructs and possible misconceptions of the crusades, to explore the origins and development of the idea in its historical context. Through a mixture of narrative and thematic chapters, the book provides both an outline of key events and issues in the history of the crusades to the Holy Land, and an insight into new areas of research. Supporting documents include letters, charters, poetry, songsa and art. Aimed at 1st and 2nd year history students, thi s new textbook will bring an intriguing subject vividly to life.

Genres: History, Nonfiction, Medieval, War

246 pages, Paperback

First published July 5, 2002

About the author

Dr. Jonathan Phillips is Professor of Crusading History in the Department of History, Royal Holloway, University of London, UK. His scholarly contributions to the crusades include the books Defenders of the Holy Land: Relations Between the Latin East and West, 1119-1187, The Crusades, 1095-1197, and most recently, The Fourth Crusade and the Sack of Constantinople. His articles have appeared in a number of British publications including BBC History, History Today, and the Independent. Additionally, he is regularly consulted on radio and television programs as a leading expert on crusades history.

Reviews

[Eleanor]

I guess I would recommend this book if you like the idea of reading a textbook, if all the colour, pictures and graphics were removed and you were left with only the text. Though I got good information from this book, I wouldn't exactly say the reading experience was enjoyable; the huge chunks of unbroken text are hard to read and the writing style is pretty dry. It took me a good long time to read, but I'm glad I can use it for my essay.

[siya]

FAWKING FINALLY.

[Angel · Rating 1 out of 5]

Coursework over I’m throwing this away

[E · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked this because of the way it is set out. I used this for my a level history and found it really easy to understand and use the passages.

[David · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent overview of the first three Crusades, highlighting exactly what happened during them (as much as historical sources allow) and outlining the state of the Levant in between all three. It gives both sides and is really a joy to read.

Phillips really seems to know his stuff.

[Georgene · Rating 4 out of 5]

A brief history of the first three Crusades and what brought the West into Asia to fight a "Holy War". Fairly easy to understand with a list of people who were pertinent to the times of the Crusades.

[Rima · Rating 4 out of 5]

Clear and concise summaries of the different aspects before, during and after the crusading era.