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The Last Crusaders: The Hundredyear Battle For The Center Of The World
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The Crusades were the bridge between medievl and modern history, between feudalism and colonialism. In many ways, the lttle explored later Crusades were the most significant of them all, for thy made the crisis truly global. The Last Crusaders is about the perio's last great conflict between East and West, and the titanic contest betwee Habsburgled Christendom and the Ottoman Empire in the fifteenth and ixteenth centuries. From the great naval campaigns and the ferocious struggl to dominate the North African shore, the conflict spread out along trde routes, consuming nations and cultures, destroying dynasties, and spawing the first colonial empires in South America and the Indian Ocean. The Last Crsaders is narrative history at its richest and most compelling. REVIW: 'This is an ambitious project and The Last Crusaders provides narrative history on the grand scale.' Daily Telegraph 'Barnaby Rogerson paints a vivid canvas, sweeping n scope and full of memorable detail...The author is especially good at narrating in gripping, andoften grisly, detail the great sieges and battles that punctuated thi struggle. The book is furnished with excellent maps, a useful chronologial chart, numerous illustrations, and a very full bibliography. The wriing is engaging and vivid, never pedantic. Any history buff will find this bok a pleasure.' ForeWord Review 'Rogerson's narrative colorsthe conflicts of the sixteenth century with the derringdo of kings, corsair, and crusaders; this book will keep readers up long past bedtime' Foreord Magazine 'This thoroughly readable book provides a vibrant ad wellorganized account of this tumultuous, lesserknown period of histoy. Highly recommended for both students and general readers.' Library Jornal STARRED REVIEW 'The Last Crusaders is a fascinating istory of the great conflict between Christianity and Islam from the mid140s to the mid1500s...Rogerson proves himself a skillful storyteller as he recunts the deeds and misdeeds of both sides.' Internet Review of BooksAUTHORBIO: Barnaby Rogerson is the author of more than a dozen books, ncluding The Heirs of Muhammad: Islam's First Century and the Origins ofthe SunniShia Schism, The Prophet Muhammad: A Biography, and A History of Noth Africa. He has lived and worked in many parts of the Arab world, and currently resides in London.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Last Crusaders'? A: The book explores the later Crusades, particularly the conflicts between Habsburg-led Christendom and the Ottoman Empire during the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Last Crusaders'? A: The author is Barnaby Rogerson, who has written more than a dozen books and has extensive experience living and working in the Arab world.
- Q: What is the page count and binding of this book? A: The book has 512 pages and is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'The Last Crusaders' published? A: The book was published on March 18, 2010.
- Q: Is 'The Last Crusaders' suitable for students? A: Yes, the book is highly recommended for both students and general readers, providing a well-organized account of a lesser-known period of history.
- Q: What kind of reviews has 'The Last Crusaders' received? A: The book has received positive reviews, highlighting its engaging narrative, vivid detail, and thorough research, making it appealing for history buffs.
- Q: What historical period does 'The Last Crusaders' cover? A: The book covers the great conflict between Christianity and Islam from the mid-1400s to the mid-1500s.
- Q: What features can readers expect from 'The Last Crusaders'? A: Readers can expect excellent maps, a chronological chart, numerous illustrations, and a comprehensive bibliography.
- Q: Is 'The Last Crusaders' a new or used book? A: The book is listed as a new item.
- Q: What is the writing style of 'The Last Crusaders'? A: The writing is described as engaging and vivid, avoiding pedantic language while effectively narrating historical events.