The Crusades: A Very Short Introduction

• A concise study of one of the most extraordinary and dramatic periods in world history
• Considers the effects of the Crusades on ordinary life in Western Europe and the parts played by ordinary men and women in the conflict
• Explores the appropriation of the term 'Crusade' for contemporary political ends

Readership: The general reader will enjoy reading about one of the most extraordinary periods in world history. Students and teachers of early medieval history will find it stimulating and accessible. The Crusades have an enduring appeal.

Christopher Tyerman, Lecturer in Medieval History at Hertford College and New College, Oxford

"Small but impressive" - Soldier Magazine

1: Definition and Scope
2: Sources and Perspectives
3: Holy War
4: Holy lands
5: The Business of the Cross Conclusion
Conclusion
Further reading