The Damascus Chronicle of the Crusades
by Abū Yaʻlá Ḥamzah ibn Asad Ibn al-Qalānisī
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The Damascus Chronicle of the Crusades Book Details
War:
Crusades
Perspective:
Researcher
True Story:
Yes
Biography:
No
Region:
Middle East
Page Count:
376
Published Date:
1932
ISBN13:
9780486425191
The Damascus Chronicle of the Crusades Book Description
"Remarkable contemporary account of early Crusades by one of Damascus' leading citizens covers events of 1097-1159. Based on both written and oral reports, colorful narrative relates every particular of life during wartime: battles, blockades, and diplomatic negotiations, plus vivid portraits of the personalities on both sides. " -- publisher summary.