A CHRONICLE HISTORY OF KNIGHTS

This engaging book offers a comprehensive look into the history of knights and their portrayal in literature and art, exploring how chivalric ideals became linked with notions of romance. It examines the roles of knights in both peace and war, featuring over 100 full-color illustrations and photographs. The special sections delve into heraldry, tournaments, knightly orders, castles, and armor development, while also highlighting the careers of renowned knights. An accessible and insightful study, it vividly captures the unique era and the influential men who shaped it. Out of Print. Condition: Fine Plus. Bumped top spine corner.