ambroise normandy (8 risultati)

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Elegant Folio Society edition of the prose version of this chronicle of Richard I's crusade, thought to derive from the verse of Ambroise. With dramatic illustrations by Raymond Hawthorn. Bound in full vellum style vegetable parchment with gilt decoration. No slipcase. Mild toning to spine and bumping to edges, small marks to cover but contents crisp and clean. Very good.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Gebunden. Condizione: New.

IN HEBREW. 245x175mm. 8+464 pages. Hardcover. Cover scratched and slightly rubbed. Spine bottom edge slightly bumped and slightly worn. Stamp on whitepage. Text block edges slightly stained. Else in good condition. The book is in : Hebrew.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a first-time ever publication of an epic poem penned by an eyewitness to the Third Crusade. Composed in the 12th century, the poem's historical and literary worth is substantial. The first epic to recount Richard the Lionheart's exploits, it brings to life the strategies, battles, leaders, and hardships of this significant military campaign. The author, a member of Richard's court, pens a detailed account of the siege of Acre and the subsequent conquest of key cities along the Mediterranean coast. Going beyond the mere chronicling of events, the poem deeply explores the themes of unity and discord, the dynamics of power, and the human cost of war. The text sheds light on the complex motivations and relationships between the various factions involved in the Crusades, presenting a nuanced view of the conflict. This book significantly contributes to our understanding of the Third Crusade, as it presents a wealth of new historical information and analysis from a first-hand observer. The poem's unique perspective enhances our comprehension of the period and provides valuable insights into the intricacies of medieval warfare, politics, and the human experience during the Crusades. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.