The Complete Illustrated History of Knights & the Golden Age of Chivalry

by Charles Phillips

The history, myth and romance of the Medieval Knight and the chivalric code explored, with over 450 stunning images of castles, quests, battles, tournaments, courts, honours and triumphs. Includes a comprehensive analysis of idealization of knighthood and special section cover the most revered and honoured knights of the time.

Genres: Nonfiction, History, Reference

256 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2008

About the author

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Charles Phillips (b. 1962) is an established writer of popular history, a contributor to Cassell's Dictionary of Modern Britain as well as to the Chronicle of Britain and several illustrated stories.

He has a keen interest in the mythology and history of the great Maya and Aztec civilizations and was a key writer on Time Life's Myth and Mankind series.
Phillips is a graduate of Oxford University, and holds an MA from the University of Westminster.

See also:
Charles Phillips, 1787-1859
Charles Phillips, Goodreads author, Historical Fiction
Charles Phillips, b.1948, American history

Reviews

[Kristopher Godwin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good read. I recommend to anyone who likes knights.

[Hisuhn · Rating 2 out of 5]

2,5 stars

[Nathaniel Lainson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a great resource for understanding the medieval knight. Covering everything from earlier warrior cultures who influenced the knight to the practice of chivalry in the real world, it is an excellent book for a general overview.