A tale of scheming, power struggles, conflict and the birth of England as we know it today. W. B. Bartlett, author of Vikings, tells the story of Alfred the Great and his descendants, and reasserts their right to be regarded as one of history's great Royal dynasties.
The dramatic Muslim victory over the Crusaders that finally ended the Christian dream of ruling the Middle East.
The first history in English to study the Crusades from the Islamic point of view, by an established historian of the Crusades číst celé
The dramatic history of the movement which throughout much of the Middle Ages sought to establish Christianity in the place of its birth. A tale of wordy ambition and spiritual sacrifice, pride and humility, extraordinary valor and despicable cowardice.
Set against the backdrop of the Sixth Crusade, this book delves into the intense struggles and pivotal battles for control of the Holy Land. It explores the motivations of the key figures involved, their strategic decisions, and the broader implications of their actions on the region's history. Through detailed narratives, it uncovers the complexities of faith, power, and conflict, highlighting the final confrontations that shaped the fate of Jerusalem and the surrounding territories.
A comprehensive new history of the infamous Vikings. Those men and women raided and traded their way into history whilst at the same time helping to build new nations in Scandinavia and beyond.
Downfall of the Crusader Kingdom tells the story of the reason for Richard the Lionheart's infamous Third Crusade, culminating in the disastrous battle of Hattin in 1187.Hattin is one of the few battles in history that can truly be called decisive, and it was a catastrophe for the Crusaders. The leading men of the kingdom of Jerusalem, including the Knights Templar and the Hospitallers, were trapped in arid wasteland, without water and surrounded by hostile forces. The battle ended with thousands of them being taken prisoner. It was the culmination of a series of events that had been progressively leading the kingdom of Jerusalem down the road to oblivion. It was partly the resurgence of the Muslim Middle East and the rise of Saladin that led to the loss of Jerusalem, but there was another equally dangerous element at work - the enemy within.W.B. Bartlett tells the story of naked ambition and intrigue that led to bitter infighting and ultimately the downfall of the Christian crusaders.
Focusing on the legendary Harold Hardrada, this biography by W. B. Bartlett delves into the life of one of history's most renowned Vikings. The author, known for his works on Vikings and King Cnut, presents a compelling narrative that reveals the complexities and adventures of Hardrada, providing insights into his significance in Viking history. This engaging account promises to entertain and inform readers about the life and legacy of this iconic figure.
The Dam Busters raids have gone down as perhaps the most famous air strikes in history. 'Voices of Courage' is the story of the legendary bouncing-bomb attack on Germany's dams from the pilots.
The human story of Battle of Agincourt through the eyes of key participants.