The Age of Charlemagne: Warfare in Western Europe, 750-1000 AD: 150 (Men-at-Arms) - Softcover

Nicolle, Dr David

Softcover

ISBN 10: 085045042X ISBN 13: 9780850450422

Publisher: Osprey Publishing, 1984

Synopsis

Most historians agree that the Carolingian Age, from the 8th to 10th centuries AD, represented one of the most important turning points in European history. It can be said with some certainty that early Carolingian military success was built on good leadership, adequate administration, and troops whose morale was almost consistently superb. It is also clear that the Carolingian army managed to adapt itself to face many and differing foes. This absorbing text by David Nicolle explores the organisation and history of the Carolingian Empire during the age of one of history's most romanticised and heroic figures - Charlemagne.

About this title

About the Author:

David Nicolle PhD was born in 1944 and was educated at Highgate School. For eight years he worked in the BBC Arabic Service. In 1971 he went 'back to school', gaining an MA from the School of Oriental and African Studies and a PhD from Edinburgh University. For some years he taught art and architectural history at Yarmuk University, Jordan. David has written many Osprey titles, including MAA 140 Armies of the Ottoman Turks, MAA 320 Armies of the Caliphates 862-1098, and Campaign 43 Fornovo 1495. Angus McBride is one of the world's most respected historical illustrators, and has contributed to more than 70 Osprey titles in the past three decades. Born in 1931 of Highland parents but orphaned as a child, he was educated at Canterbury Cathedral Choir School. He worked in advertising agencies from 1947, and after national service, emigrated to South Africa. He now lives and works in Cape Town.

About this edition

• Publisher: Osprey Publishing
• Publication date: 1984
• ISBN 10: 085045042X
• ISBN 13: 9780850450422
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 48
• Illustrator: McBride Angus