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Author: Christopher Gravett Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing ISBN: 1472843584 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 193
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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: Christopher Gravett Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing ISBN: 1472843584 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 193
Book Description
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: Ruth Owen Publisher: Ruby Tuesday Books ISBN: 1909673552 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 32
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Enter the dark and dangerous world of the medieval knight. Find out how these skilled warriors fought in bloody battles, riding on fierce warhorses trained to kick and bite their masters' enemies. See the weaponry and armor used by knights, learn how knights began their training at just 8 years old, and explore the everyday lives of these historic warriors who fought in return for castles and treasure. And for fun!
Author: Frances Gies Publisher: Harper Collins ISBN: 0062016652 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 274
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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: Stephen R. Turnbull Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson ISBN: 9781854092649 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 192
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Throughout the book, historical events are used to illustrate a particular military topic, which is analysed in the context of the time and circumstances. The story begins with the young Edward III's revenge for Bannockburn.
Author: Peter R. Coss Publisher: ISBN: 9780750909969 Category : England Languages : en Pages : 191
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A title in the ILLUSTRATED HISTORY PAPERBACK series, which offers a highly visual examination of the position, role and image of the knight within medieval English society.
Author: A. G. Smith Publisher: Courier Corporation ISBN: 9780486292922 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 16
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Instructions, diagrams for 22 large (approximately 4½" tall) figures, including images of Charles V, Dauphin of France (1356); Edward, the Black Prince (1356); a 14th-century English longbowman, 19 others.
Author: Christopher Gravett Publisher: Osprey Publishing ISBN: 9781841761466 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 0
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The 15th century was a time of change for knighthood. Knights no longer fought for their lords in return for land, since the feudal summons had long before given way to a system of contracts. Moreover, many knights now preferred the role of landowner, man-about-town or parliamentary representative. However, this was also the age of the knight in plate armour, of the battle of Agincourt and the conquests of Henry V, and of the Wars of the Roses, the bloody internecine struggle that tore medieval England apart. In this title Christopher Gravett describes the life of a 15th century knight, his equipment and experiences from his earliest days as a squire through to his experiences on the battlefields of England and France.
Author: Louise Park Publisher: Marshall Cavendish ISBN: 9780761444442 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 36
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Ancient and Medieval People profiles some of the fiercest warriors in history. Learn about their lives and times, notorious battles, and daring feats! In The Medieval Knights, read about bloody battles during the Crusades. Learn about chivalry among knights, their armor, and their code of honor. Special features in the series include: In Profile looks at some of history's greatest warriors, raiders, and heroes Spotlight On key historical events Timelines of historical events Quick Facts provide fascinating facts What's In a Name? defines and explains foreign or ancient words Locator maps, labeled illustrations, and diagrams. Book jacket.
Author: Christopher Gravett Publisher: Osprey Publishing ISBN: 9781849081382 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 0
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The traditional 'knight in shining armor' has become a staple figure in popular culture; the images of bloody battlefields, bustling feasting halls and courtly tournaments have been creatively interpreted many times in film and fiction. But what was the knight truly like? The world of the English medieval knight was complex and ever-changing. From the household of King John to the defenders of Elizabeth I, there was a great alteration in the social standing of knights, their equipment and appearance, and their involvement in politics and warfare. In Knight, author Christopher Gravett, and expert on medieval history, describes how the knights evolved over four centuries of English and European history, the wars they fought, their lives both in peacetime and on campaign, the weapons they fought with, the armor 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 artifacts and sites. This book contains material previously published in Warrior 48: English Medieval Knight 1200-1300, Warrior 58: English Medieval Knight 1300-1400, Warrior 35: English Medieval Knight 1400-1500 and Warrior 104: Tudor Knight. It also includes a new introduction and new linking text.
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