John France Libros

A close study of the military and political strategies of Edward III and the Black Prince, whose great victories had by 1360 made England the foremost martial nation of Europe.

This comprehensive survey of crusading warfare presents an innovative approach, making it a vital resource for both students and professional historians. It builds on the author's previous work, providing a detailed exploration of military strategies, historical contexts, and the evolution of warfare during the Crusades. The book aims to serve as a standard reference, enriching the understanding of this pivotal period in history.

This analysis delves into the strategies and battles of the First Crusade, offering a detailed examination of the military tactics and decisions made during this pivotal historical event. The author, John France, presents a thorough exploration of the complexities and challenges faced by the Crusaders, providing insights into the broader implications of their actions. This work is essential for readers interested in military history and the intricacies of medieval warfare.

"The Crusades and the Expansion of Catholic Christendom, 1000-1714" by John France offers an insightful survey of the Crusades within their European context, exploring their motivations and impact on European expansion. It covers the entire crusading movement, from its origins to its historical influence, complemented by illustrations, maps, and further reading resources.

Exploring military and crusading history, this collection features John France's insightful articles on warfare in the Middle Ages across Europe and the Near East. It begins with an examination of the mechanics of war, discussing topics from Carolingian armies to 13th-century military organization. The volume delves into the complexities of medieval warfare, offering a nuanced understanding of the era's military strategies and their implications.

The story of Saladin's recapture of the Holy City of Jerusalem from the Crusaders at the Battle of Hattin in 1187. A pivotal battle in the history of the Crusades - and in the subsequent history of the Middle East and the Muslim world.

W 'Sztuce wojennej Europy Zachodniej w epoce krucjat 1000-1300' autor bada charakter wojny w latach 1000-1300 i dowodzi, że była ona kształtowana głównie przez ludzi, którzy ją prowadzili - właścicieli ziemskich. John France wyjaśnia rolę aspektów własnościowych w powstaniu charakterystycznych narzędzi wojny - zamków i rycerzy. To miarodajne studium szczegółowo przedstawia sposób, w jaki prowadzono wojny oraz ich przyczyny. Zawiera również refleksje na temat społeczeństwa, które zorganizowało wyprawy krzyżowe. John France jest starszym wykładowcą historii na Uniwersytecie Walijskim w Swansea.

Memoires de Madame elisabeth, soeur de Louis XVI / annotes et mis en ordre par F. de Barghon Fort-RionDate de l'edition originale : 1858Ce livre est la reproduction fidele d'une oeuvre publiee avant 1920 et fait partie d'une collection de livres reimprimes a la demande editee par Hachette Livre, dans le cadre d'un partenariat avec la Bibliotheque nationale de France, offrant l'opportunite d'acceder a des ouvrages anciens et souvent rares issus des fonds patrimoniaux de la BnF.Les oeuvres faisant partie de cette collection ont ete numerisees par la BnF et sont presentes sur Gallica, sa bibliotheque numerique.En entreprenant de redonner vie a ces ouvrages au travers d'une collection de livres reimprimes a la demande, nous leur donnons la possibilite de rencontrer un public elargi et participons a la transmission de connaissances et de savoirs parfois difficilement accessibles.Nous avons cherche a concilier la reproduction fidele d'un livre ancien a partir de sa version numerisee avec le souci d'un confort de lecture optimal. Nous esperons que les ouvrages de cette nouvelle collection vous apporteront entiere satisfaction.Pour plus d'informations, rendez-vous sur www.hachettebnf.frhttp://gallica.bnf.fr/ark:/12148/bpt6k54474367