The Origin of the Idea of Crusade
Foreword and Additional Notes by Marshall W. Baldwin
- 488 pages
- 18 hours of reading
The book explores the historical evolution of Christian knighthood and the concept of holy war leading to the Crusades, rooted in the specific context of eleventh-century Europe. Originally published in 1935, it remains a foundational text for understanding the origins of the Crusades. This English edition features additional notes, a foreword that addresses later scholarship, and an expanded bibliography, enhancing its scholarly value and accessibility for contemporary readers.
