Overview :Following the demise of the Carolingian dynasty in 987 the French lords chose Hugh Capet as their king. He was the founder of a dynasty that... Read More
Overview :The chapter on weaponry is descriptive and there are excellent drawings as well as contemporary illustrations. Equally, the final chapter on... Read More
Overview :Providing easily accessible factual material, and covering the whole geographical area of medieval Europe, including Eastern Europe, this co... Read More
Overview :It is a delight to read a book which recognises the importance of warfare in medieval times...also...discusses the changing role of the arch... Read More
Overview :A rousing historical narrative of the best-known and arguably most significant battle in English history. The effects of the Battle of Hast... Read More
Overview :'Once you engage in battle it is inexcusable to display any sloth or hesitation; you must breakfast on the enemy before he dines on you.' - ... Read More
Overview : This book opens with a foreword by special effects pioneer Ray Harryhausen (The 7th Voyage of Sinbad) and a biographical essay on Knight by... Read More
Overview :This is the first major study in English of the reign of Philip Augustus who ruled France from 1180 - 1223. Outshone for posterity, by his f... Read More