The History of Chivalry: Knighthood and Its Times (Vol.1&2) (eBook)

Complete Edition

Charles Mills (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
506 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654777671-0 (EAN)

Infos

Charles Mills' 'The History of Chivalry: Knighthood and Its Times' is a comprehensive two-volume work that delves into the intricacies of the medieval institution of knighthood. With meticulous detail and a scholarly approach, Mills explores the codes of honor, warfare, and courtly love that defined chivalry during a tumultuous period in European history. Drawing on primary sources and historical accounts, the author offers a compelling narrative of the rise and fall of chivalry, shedding light on its impact on society and culture. Mills' writing is both engaging and informative, making this a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Middle Ages. This work stands as a testament to Mills' dedication to historical research and his passion for bringing the past to life for modern readers. 'The History of Chivalry' is a must-read for history enthusiasts, scholars, and anyone with a fascination for the age of knights and noble ideals.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Mittelalter
• Themenwelt: Geschichte ► Teilgebiete der Geschichte ► Kulturgeschichte
• Schlagworte: arthurian legends • Born Survivors • chivalric tradition • Courtly Love • Daughter of Paris • Heroic literature • In the Garden of Beasts • King Arthur • knighthood practices • knightly code • knightly virtues • Medieval Literature • middle ages history • romantic heroes • The Great Mortality • The last kingdom • The Scarlet Pimpernel • The Splendid and the Vile • The Templars • The Three Musketeers