The Knight In History

Author : Frances Gies
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 271 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Knights and knighthood
ISBN : 0709023707

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The Knight in History by Frances Gies Pdf

A magisterial history of the origins, reality, and legend of the knight Born out of the chaos of the early Middle Ages, the armored and highly mobile knight revolutionized warfare and quickly became a mythic figure in history. From the Knights Templars and English knighthood to the crusades and chivalry, "The Knight in History," by acclaimed medievalist Frances Gies, bestselling coauthor of "Life in a Medieval Castle," paints a remarkable true picture of knighthood--exploring the knight's earliest appearance as an agent of lawless violence, his reemergence as a dynamic social entity, his eventual disappearance from the European stage, and his transformation into Western culture's most iconic hero.

Author : Frances Gies
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2010-08-03
Category : History
ISBN : 9780062016652

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The Knight in History by Frances Gies Pdf

A magisterial history of the origins, reality, and legend of the knight “A carefully researched, concise, readable, and entertaining account of an institution that remains a part of the Western imagination.” —Los Angeles Times Born out of the chaos of the early Middle Ages, the armored and highly mobile knight revolutionized warfare and quickly became a mythic figure in history. From the Knights Templars and English knighthood to the crusades and chivalry, The Knight in History, by acclaimed medievalist Frances Gies, bestselling coauthor of Life in a Medieval Castle, paints a remarkable true picture of knighthood—exploring the knight’s earliest appearance as an agent of lawless violence, his reemergence as a dynamic social entity, his eventual disappearance from the European stage, and his transformation into Western culture’s most iconic hero.

Author : Charles Phillips
Publisher : Southwater
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2017-02
Category : HISTORY
ISBN : 1782142010

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The Complete Illustrated History of Knights and the Golden Age of Chivalry by Charles Phillips Pdf

A magnificent account of medieval knights, their origins, status, training, code, military exploits and adventures.

Author : Christopher Gravett
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2020-11-26
Category : History
ISBN : 9781472843586

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The Medieval Knight by Christopher Gravett Pdf

The 'knight in shining armour' has become a staple figure in popular culture, and images of bloody battlefields, bustling feasting halls and courtly tournaments have been creatively interpreted many times in film and fiction. But what was the medieval knight truly like? In this fascinating title, former Senior Curator at the Royal Armouries Christopher Gravett describes how knights evolved over three centuries of English and European history, the wars they fought, their lives both in peacetime and on campaign, the weapons they fought with, the armour and clothing they wore and their fascinating code and mythology of chivalry. The text is richly illustrated with images ranging from manuscript illustrations to modern artwork reconstructions and many photographs of historic artefacts and sites.

Author : John Aberth
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2012-10-02
Category : History
ISBN : 9781135257262

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A Knight at the Movies by John Aberth Pdf

Imagining the Middle Ages is an unprecedented examination of the historical content of films depicting the medieval period from the 11th to the 15th centuries. Historians increasingly feel the need to weigh in on popular depictions of the past, since so much of the public's knowledge of history comes from popular mediums. Aberth dissects how each film interpreted the period, offering estimations of the historical accuracy of the works and demonstrating how they project their own contemporary era's obsessions and fears onto the past.

Author : Thomas Asbridge
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 464 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2015-01-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9781471139512

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The Greatest Knight by Thomas Asbridge Pdf

‘A rip-roaring new life of Marshal … [a] splendid account of a great medieval life' Dan Jones, author of Crusaders ‘A thoroughly entertaining account of England’s most colourful and courageous medieval knight’ Sunday Times Drawing upon an array of contemporary evidence, renowned historian Thomas Asbridge’s authoritative and dramatic account brings to life the often overlooked figure of William Marshal, a man who not only served at the right hand of five English monarchs but also helped negotiate the terms of Magna Carta. Charting the unparalleled rise to prominence of a man bound to a code of honour, yet driven by unquenchable ambition, this knight's tale lays bare the brutish realities of medieval warfare and the machinations of the royal court, and draws us into the heart of a formative period of our history: when the West emerged from the Dark Ages and stood on the brink of modernity. Friend of Richard the Lionheart and the infamous King John and, ultimately, regent of the realm, this is the story of one remarkable man and the forging of the English nation. ‘Skilfully done...a powerful cast of characters that fascinates still’ TLS ‘The medieval world...at last comes touchingly to life’ Spectator

Author : Rachael Hanel
Publisher : Capstone
Page : 58 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781429640268

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Life as a Knight by Rachael Hanel Pdf

"3 story paths, 47 choices, 21 endings"--Cover.

Author : Gail Gibbons
Publisher : Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Page : 46 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2008-11-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780316049832

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Knights in Shining Armor by Gail Gibbons Pdf

A look at the life of knights in the Middle Ages and a collection of tales about their adventures.

Author : Richard W. Barber
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 1975
Category : History
ISBN : UOM:39015020715754

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The Knight and Chivalry by Richard W. Barber Pdf

Revised and fully updated version of a seminal work in the field of chivalry.

Author : Charles Mills (Historian.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 450 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1826
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BL:A0026835853

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The History of Chivalry, Or, Knighthood and Its Times by Charles Mills (Historian.) Pdf

Author : Charles Mills
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1825
Category : Chivalry
ISBN : UOM:39015005448124

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The History of Chivalry by Charles Mills Pdf

Author : Geoffroi de Charny
Publisher : University of Pennsylvania Press
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2013-03-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9780812208689

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A Knight's Own Book of Chivalry by Geoffroi de Charny Pdf

On the great influence of a valiant lord: "The companions, who see that good warriors are honored by the great lords for their prowess, become more determined to attain this level of prowess." On the lady who sees her knight honored: "All of this makes the noble lady rejoice greatly within herself at the fact that she has set her mind and heart on loving and helping to make such a good knight or good man-at-arms." On the worthiest amusements: "The best pastime of all is to be often in good company, far from unworthy men and from unworthy activities from which no good can come." Enter the real world of knights and their code of ethics and behavior. Read how an aspiring knight of the fourteenth century would conduct himself and learn what he would have needed to know when traveling, fighting, appearing in court, and engaging fellow knights. Composed at the height of the Hundred Years War by Geoffroi de Charny, one of the most respected knights of his age, A Knight's Own Book of Chivalry was designed as a guide for members of the Company of the Star, an order created by Jean II of France in 1352 to rival the English Order of the Garter. This is the most authentic and complete manual on the day-to-day life of the knight that has survived the centuries, and this edition contains a specially commissioned introduction from historian Richard W. Kaeuper that gives the history of both the book and its author, who, among his other achievements, was the original owner of the Shroud of Turin.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Chartwell Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2012-08-10
Category : History
ISBN : 0785829547

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Knights by Anonim Pdf

Written by an international team of historians and scholars with specialized knowledge of the medieval era and illustrated with sumptuous images ranging from manuscript illuminations and PreRaphaelite paintings to photographs of authentic armor, swords, and castles, plus maps and a timeline, this book is at once a detailed history of knights and a chronicle of their cultural creations and legacy. This vividly written and lavishly illustrated large hardcover reference volume describes the origins of knighthood, the training and lifestyles of knights, and the vital role these warriors played in medieval military campaigns. It also explains heraldry and the various military and honorific orders of knighthood, and examines the portrayal of knights and literature and art.

Author : Fiona Macdonald
Publisher : The Salariya Book Company
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2021-02-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781909645585

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You Wouldn't Want to Be a Medieval Knight! by Fiona Macdonald Pdf

You are the son of a senior servant living in England in the 1400s. Instead of following in your father's footsteps and becoming a servant, you'd much rather become a knight! During your training, you will discover the tools of the trade, such as your armour, weapons, and horse, and get a glimpse of what it's really like to be a knight. After reading this book there will be no doubt in your mind that this is definitely armour you'd rather not wear! This title in the best-selling children’s history series, You Wouldn't Want To…, features full-colour illustrations which combine humour and accurate technical detail and a narrative approach placing readers at the centre of the history, encouraging them to become emotionally-involved with the characters and aiding their understanding of what life would have been like as a medieval knight. Informative captions, a complete glossary and an index make this title an ideal introduction to the conventions of information books for young readers. It is an ideal text for Key Stage 2 shared and guided reading and helps achieve the goals of the Scottish Standard Curriculum 5-14.

Author : Robert Jones
Publisher : Osprey Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2011-10-18
Category : History
ISBN : 1849083126

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Knight by Robert Jones Pdf

From a life-long student of the medieval long sword and medieval history comes a comprehensive overview of the Age of the Knights. Jones shows that behind the popular image of the knight in shining armor lies a world that is both more complex and more fascinating. Were knights glory-seeking, bloodthirsty thugs that lay ravage to the Holy Land or simple Christians serving their king? Jones explores the myths and controversies behind their battle-effectiveness and chivalric code. He also examines knighthood as a "career path" and investigates the role of the knight in law and justice. Lavishly illustrated and drawing on rare first-hand accounts, this book reveals the world of the knight in all its tarnished glory.