The A-Z of the Knights Templar: Classic Histories Series: A Guide to Their History and Legacy

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Gordon Napier

The A-Z of the Knights Templar

Classic Histories Series: A Guide to Their History and Legacy

Gordon Napier

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HISTORY PRESS
01 March 2020

"The Knights Templar were among the most famous of Christian military orders. Created after the First Crusade of 1096 and endorsed by the Catholic Church in 1129, the Order grew rapidly in membership and power. Templar knights were some of the best equipped, trained and disciplined fighting units of the Crusades. But when the Holy Land was lost and the Templars suffered crushing defeats, support for the Order faded and rumours about their secret initiation ceremony created mistrust. When the Order suddenly disappeared, disbanded by the Pope, it gave rise to speculation and legends which have kept the name Templar alive. From Aaron to Zion, The Pocket A Z of the Knights Templar is an invaluable reference of the places, people, and themes of the Crusades, the Knights Templar and their legacy.

AUTHOR: Gordon Napier is the author of ""The Rise and Fall of the Knights Templar."" He has also published articles in ""Templar History Magazine,"" Canada."

By: Gordon Napier
Imprint: HISTORY PRESS
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 2nd New edition
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm,
ISBN: 9780750993890
ISBN 10: 0750993898
Pages: 448
Publication Date: 01 March 2020
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Unspecified

GORDON NAPIER is a writer and artist with a particular interest in the culture and history of the Middle Ages. He graduated with a BA (Honours) in History and Art from University College, Worcester, and has an MA in Crusader Studies from Royal Holloway College, University of London. His previous book, The Rise and Fall of the Knights Templar, was published by Spellmount in 2007. He has also published articles in Templar History Magazine, Canada.