The History of the Crusades (vol. 2 of 3) by J. Fr. Michaud

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Author Michaud, J. Fr. (Joseph Fr.), 1767-1839
Translator Robson, William, 1785-1863
Title The History of the Crusades (vol. 2 of 3)
Note Reading ease score: 55.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "The History of the Crusades (vol. 2 of 3)" by Joseph François Michaud is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This volume details the complexities and events surrounding the Fourth Crusade and the subsequent struggles faced by Christian forces and Muslim states during this turbulent period. The book seeks to provide insight into the historical context, political motivations, and the societal impacts of the Crusades. The opening of this volume sets the scene by reflecting on the state of unrest and conflict that followed the death of Saladin, highlighting the fractious dynamics among his successors and various Muslim leaders vying for power. It delves into the civil wars that erupted in the wake of Saladin's empire disintegration, which contrasted sharply with the growing ambition of Western powers led by figures like Henry VI, emperor of Germany, who sought to exploit this chaos for personal gains. Michaud intricately describes the ensuing discord among Christian factions in the East and how their infighting allowed Muslim leaders like Malek-Adel to consolidate power, punctuating a larger narrative about the motivations and failures of the Crusades in the face of internal and external strife. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Subject Crusades
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EBook-No. 49118
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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