About national and international power in the "modern" or Post Renaissance period. Explains how the various powers have risen and fallen over the 5 centuries since the formation of the "new monarchies" in W. Europe.
#1065272 in Books Frankopan Peter 2016-10-17Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.20 x .70 x 6.10l; .0 #File Name: 0674970780296 pagesThe First Crusade The Call from the East
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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful. A good story of political intrigue with good insightsBy Dennis L. WilcoxA very readable summary of the First Crusade and how it originally started with strategy by the emperor of the Byzantine empire to get assistance to ward off the Turks who were threatening his reign. A good story of political intrigue with good insights.0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A very important book for understanding the First CrusadeBy Thomas M.This is a fantastic book; and groundbreaking for the historiography of the First Crusade. A must read for anyone who wants to do any serious study about the First Crusade.0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy David EdwardsCleared up several things I wondered about. Filled the bill.
