Knights and Their Days
Author: Dr. Doran (John)
Publisher: London : [s.n.]
Published: 1856
Total Pages: 526
ISBN-13:
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Days of the Knights
Author: Christopher Maynard
Publisher: Turtleback Books
Published: 1998-04-20
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780613076005
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPresents a day in the life of a medieval lord as he runs the land over which he holds power. A Level 4 DK Reader
Knights and their days
Author: Dr. Doran
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
Published: 2024-05-17
Total Pages: 492
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKStep back in time and immerse yourself in the chivalrous world of knights with Dr. Doran's captivating book, "Knights and Their Days." Join these noble warriors as they embark on epic quests, defend the realm, and uphold the code of honor that defines their noble calling. But amidst the clashing of swords and the thundering hooves of warhorses, a question arises: What tales of valor, romance, and intrigue await within the pages of this enthralling book, and what lessons can modern readers glean from the age of chivalry? As Dr. Doran's richly detailed narrative unfolds, immerse yourself in the pageantry and excitement of medieval life, from grand tournaments to daring rescues and courtly love affairs. Experience the thrill of battle, the camaraderie of the Round Table, and the timeless ideals of courage, loyalty, and honor that defined the knightly code. What secrets of the past will be revealed as Dr. Doran delves into the lives and legends of history's most famous knights? Will readers discover new insights into the noble traditions and enduring legacy of knighthood, or will they be drawn into the thrilling adventures and timeless romances that have captured the imagination for centuries? Join the knights and their days as they ride forth to defend the innocent, vanquish the wicked, and uphold the values of honor, integrity, and service. Witness their bravery, their sacrifice, and their unwavering commitment to the ideals of chivalry, even in the face of overwhelming odds. Are you ready to embark on a journey through the ages and discover the timeless appeal of knighthood? Prepare to be swept away by the romance and adventure of "Knights and Their Days," where every page is filled with the excitement of medieval life and the enduring legacy of the knightly tradition. Don't miss your chance to join the ranks of history's most noble warriors. Purchase your copy of "Knights and Their Days" today and immerse yourself in the thrilling world of chivalry, where honor, courage, and duty reign supreme.
Knights in Training
Author: Heather Haupt
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2017-05-30
Total Pages: 290
ISBN-13: 0143130501
DOWNLOAD EBOOKBringing chivalry back into our modern-day world, this book shows us how to inspire today's generation of young boys to pursue honor, courage, and compassion. In an age when respect and honor seem like distant and antiquated relics, how can we equip boys to pursue valor and courageously put the needs of others before their own? This book helps parents to inspire their boys by captivating their imagination and honoring their love for adventure. Heather Haupt explores how knights historically lived out various aspects of the knights' Code of Chivalry, as depicted in the French epic Song of Roland, and how boys can embody these same ideals now. When we issue the challenge and give boys the reasons why it is worth pursuing, we step forward on an incredible journey towards raising the kind of boys who, just like the knights of old, make an impact in their world now and for the rest of their lives.
The Greatest Knight
Author: Thomas Asbridge
Publisher: Harper Collins
Published: 2014-12-02
Total Pages: 417
ISBN-13: 0062262076
DOWNLOAD EBOOKRenowned scholar Thomas Asbridge brings to life medieval England’s most celebrated knight, William Marshal—providing an unprecedented and intimate view of this age and the legendary warrior class that shaped it. Caught on the wrong side of an English civil war and condemned by his father to the gallows at age five, William Marshal defied all odds to become one of England’s most celebrated knights. Thomas Asbridge’s rousing narrative chronicles William’s rise, using his life as a prism to view the origins, experiences, and influence of the knight in British history. In William’s day, the brutish realities of war and politics collided with romanticized myths about an Arthurian “golden age,” giving rise to a new chivalric ideal. Asbridge details the training rituals, weaponry, and battle tactics of knighthood, and explores the codes of chivalry and courtliness that shaped their daily lives. These skills were essential to survive one of the most turbulent periods in English history—an era of striking transformation, as the West emerged from the Dark Ages. A leading retainer of five English kings, Marshal served the great figures of this age, from Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine to Richard the Lionheart and his infamous brother John, and was involved in some of the most critical phases of medieval history, from the Magna Carta to the survival of the Angevin/Plantagenet dynasty. Asbridge introduces this storied knight to modern readers and places him firmly in the context of the majesty, passion, and bloody intrigue of the Middle Ages. The Greatest Knight features 16 pages of black-and-white and color illustrations.
Knights
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Publisher: Chartwell Books
Published: 2012-08-10
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780785829546
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWritten by an international team of historians and scholars with specialized knowledge of the medieval era and illustrated with sumptuous images ranging from manuscript illuminations and PreRaphaelite paintings to photographs of authentic armor, swords, and castles, plus maps and a timeline, this book is at once a detailed history of knights and a chronicle of their cultural creations and legacy. This vividly written and lavishly illustrated large hardcover reference volume describes the origins of knighthood, the training and lifestyles of knights, and the vital role these warriors played in medieval military campaigns. It also explains heraldry and the various military and honorific orders of knighthood, and examines the portrayal of knights and literature and art.
The Knight in History
Author: Frances Gies
Publisher: Harper Collins
Published: 2010-08-03
Total Pages: 274
ISBN-13: 0062016652
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA magisterial history of the origins, reality, and legend of the knight “A carefully researched, concise, readable, and entertaining account of an institution that remains a part of the Western imagination.” —Los Angeles Times Born out of the chaos of the early Middle Ages, the armored and highly mobile knight revolutionized warfare and quickly became a mythic figure in history. From the Knights Templars and English knighthood to the crusades and chivalry, The Knight in History, by acclaimed medievalist Frances Gies, bestselling coauthor of Life in a Medieval Castle, paints a remarkable true picture of knighthood—exploring the knight’s earliest appearance as an agent of lawless violence, his reemergence as a dynamic social entity, his eventual disappearance from the European stage, and his transformation into Western culture’s most iconic hero.
Rules for a Knight
Author: Ethan Hawke
Publisher: Knopf
Published: 2015-11-10
Total Pages: 195
ISBN-13: 0307962334
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAn unforgettable fable about a father's journey and a timeless guide to life's many questions—from Ethan Hawke, four-time Academy Award nominee, twice for writing and twice for acting. A knight, fearing he may not return from battle, writes a letter to his children in an attempt to leave a record of all he knows. In a series of ruminations on solitude, humility, forgiveness, honesty, courage, grace, pride, and patience, he draws on the ancient teachings of Eastern and Western philosophy, and on the great spiritual and political writings of our time. His intent: to give his children a compass for a journey they will have to make alone, a short guide to what gives life meaning and beauty.
Sabuda & Reinhart Present Castle
Author: Kyle Olmon
Publisher: Orchard Books (NY)
Published: 2006
Total Pages: 6
ISBN-13: 9780439543248
DOWNLOAD EBOOKProvides readers of all ages with a colorful tour of medieval castles through detailed pop-up diagrams with informative and factual text about their construction, inhabitants, and the era in which they were used.
The Knights of the Crown
Author: D'Arcy Jonathan Dacre Boulton
Publisher: Boydell Press
Published: 2000
Total Pages: 686
ISBN-13: 9780851157955
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA significant contribution to the history of the political life and culture of the later medieval aristocracy. MAURICE KEEN Orders of lay knights - the most famous of which are those of the Garter and the Golden Fleece - were founded at some time between 1325 and 1470 in almost every kingdom of Western Christendom, and played an important part in the life of the court. Jonathan Boulton defines the "monarchical" orders as those with corporate statutes which attached the presidential office to the crown of the princely founder, or made it hereditary in his house. Modelled eitherdirectly or indirectly on the fictional society of the Round Table, they incorporated varying numbers of elements borrowed from the older religious orders of knighthood and from contemporary institutions. This study explores the nature and history of thirteen orders, and reveals them as not only an ingenious supplement to (or replacement for) the feudo-vassalic ties that still bound the leading members of the nobility to their sovereign, but also as the most important institutional embodiments of the secular ideals of chivalry that were at the heart of the international court culture of the age. JONATHAN BOULTON teaches at the University of Notre Dame.
