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Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: New. First Edition. A richly illustrated study of the tactics, technology, and engineering that determined the outcome of Crusader sieges. Drawing upon contemporary chronicles, archaeological evidence, and modern military scholarship, Michael S. Fulton examines the siegecraft that shaped the Crusades. Covering both Crusader and Islamic forces, the work explores the weapons, fortifications, engineering techniques, and battlefield decisions that determined the fate of castles and cities throughout the medieval Levant. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: Hardcover with dust jacket. Quarto; 10 inches tall; 344 pages. Extensively illustrated in full color. Includes a comprehensive list of Crusader sieges, bibliography, and index. CONDITION: New. No flaws or blemishes; gift quality. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Understanding Medieval Siegecraft - Rather than presenting a general history of the Crusades, this volume focuses on the practical realities of medieval siege warfare-the military technology, engineering, logistics, and tactical decisions that often determined the success or failure of campaigns. By combining historical sources with archaeological evidence, Fulton contributes to a growing body of scholarship that emphasizes how castles, fortifications, and siege operations shaped the political and military history of the medieval eastern Mediterranean. SUBJECTS: Crusades, Siege Warfare, Medieval Castles, Military Engineering, Holy Land, Medieval Warfare, Fortifications, Archaeology, Medieval History; Military History; Crusades.…

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Condition: New. Hardback, 344 pages Dimensions : 17.78 x 2.54 x 25.4 cmPublished Price £30 Sieges played a key role in the crusades, but they tend to be overshadowed by the famous battles fought between the Franks and the Muslims, and no detailed study of the subject has been published in recent times. So Michael Fulton's graphic, wide-ranging and thought-provoking book is a landmark in the field. He considers the history of siege warfare in the Holy Land from every angle - the tactics and technology, the fortifications, the composition of the opposing armies, and the ways in which sieges shaped Frankish and Muslim strategy at each stage of the conflict. The differences and similarities between the Eastern and Western traditions are explored, as is the impact of the shifting balance of power in the region. The conclusions may surprise some readers. Neither the Muslims nor the Franks possessed a marked advantage in siege technology or tactics, their fortifications reflected different purposes and an evolving political environment and, although there were improvements in technologies and fortifications, the essence of siege warfare remained relatively consistent. Overseas clients please note: Due to excessively high wrapped weight shipping is weighted on this title. Book.…

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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. The formidable strongholds built by the crusaders are among the most iconic castles of the Middle Ages. These mighty structures offer fascinating insights into the lives of those who built and occupied them, and the role they played in the region's deep history of conflict. The castle of Kerak, in modern Jordan, is one of the largest, most imposing and best preserved of them all, and Michael Fulton's detailed, authoritative and highly illustrated account is the ideal guide to it. His close analysis of the fabric of this monumental building, and his description of the centuries of conflict associated with it, make absorbing reading. He takes the reader through the early military history of the castle from the time it was constructed in the 1140s by Pagan the Butler, through the provocative actions of Reynald of Chatillon and Saladin's capture of the castle in 1188. He also recounts its later history under Muslim rule, when the castle served as a treasury for the Ayyubid and Mamluk sultans of Egypt. Falling into decline under the Ottomans, Kerak has since regained its importance as a tourist attraction. A part-by-part examination of the castle and surviving elements of the adjoining medieval town allows readers to appreciate the different stages in the development of this incredible structure and to visualize how it evolved and functioned at different points in time. The detailed architectural guide will be an essential reference for readers who have the opportunity to visit the castle and for those who are keen to gain the best possible understanding of it without going to the site. AUTHOR: Dr Michael S. Fulton is a medieval historian and archaeologist with a special interest in fortifications, siege warfare and the crusades. He is an Assistant Professor with the Department of History at the University of Western Ontario. He has published many articles and papers on aspects of mechanical artillery, crusader castles, siege tactics and defences as well as the books Artillery in the Era of the Crusades and Siege Warfare during the Crusades. 30 colour, 20 b/w illustrations History and guide to Kerak, one of the greatest crusader castles. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Condition: New. Hardback 241 pages with colour & b&w plates The formidable strongholds constructed by the crusaders rank among the most iconic castles of the Middle Ages. These imposing fortifications provide valuable insight into the experiences of those who built, occupied, and defended them, as well as into the region's long history of conflict. Among them, the castle of Kerak-located in present-day Jordan-stands out as one of the largest, most imposing, and best preserved. Michael Fulton's detailed, authoritative, and richly illustrated study serves as an ideal guide to this remarkable site. His close examination of the castle's architectural fabric, together with his account of the centuries of warfare associated with it, offers compelling and informative reading.Fulton traces the early military history of Kerak from its construction in the 1140s by Pagan the Butler, through the provocative campaigns of Reynald of Châtillon, to Saladin's capture of the fortress in 1188. He further outlines the castle's later history under Muslim rule, when it functioned as a treasury for the Ayyubid and Mamluk sultans of Egypt. Although Kerak declined under Ottoman administration, it has since regained prominence as a significant heritage and tourist site.A systematic, component-by-component analysis of the castle and the surviving elements of the adjoining medieval town enables readers to understand the various phases in the development of this extraordinary complex and to visualise its evolution and operation over time. This comprehensive architectural guide will be an invaluable reference for visitors to Kerak as well as for those seeking a thorough understanding of the site from afar. Book.…

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Hardback. Condition: New. The formidable strongholds built by the crusaders are among the most iconic castles of the Middle Ages. These mighty structures offer fascinating insights into the lives of those who built and occupied them, and the role they played in the region's deep history of conflict. The castle of Kerak, in modern Jordan, is one of the largest, most imposing and best preserved of them all, and Michael Fulton's detailed, authoritative and highly illustrated account is the ideal guide to it. His close analysis of the fabric of this monumental building, and his description of the centuries of conflict associated with it, make absorbing reading. He takes the reader through the early military history of the castle - from the time it was constructed in the 1140s by Pagan the Butler, through the provocative actions of Reynald of Châtillon and Saladin's capture of the castle in 1188. He also recounts its later history under Muslim rule, when the castle served as a treasury for the Ayyubid and Mamluk sultans of Egypt. Falling into decline under the Ottomans, Kerak has since regained its importance as a tourist attraction.A part-by-part examination of the castle and surviving elements of the adjoining medieval town allows readers to appreciate the different stages in the development of this incredible structure and to visualize how it evolved and functioned at different points in time. The detailed architectural guide will be an essential reference for readers who have the opportunity to visit the castle and for those who are keen to gain the best possible understanding of it without going to the site. …

Hardback. Condition: New. The formidable strongholds built by the crusaders are among the most iconic castles of the Middle Ages. These mighty structures offer fascinating insights into the lives of those who built and occupied them, and the role they played in the region's deep history of conflict. The castle of Kerak, in modern Jordan, is one of the largest, most imposing and best preserved of them all, and Michael Fulton's detailed, authoritative and highly illustrated account is the ideal guide to it. His close analysis of the fabric of this monumental building, and his description of the centuries of conflict associated with it, make absorbing reading. He takes the reader through the early military history of the castle - from the time it was constructed in the 1140s by Pagan the Butler, through the provocative actions of Reynald of Châtillon and Saladin's capture of the castle in 1188. He also recounts its later history under Muslim rule, when the castle served as a treasury for the Ayyubid and Mamluk sultans of Egypt. Falling into decline under the Ottomans, Kerak has since regained its importance as a tourist attraction.A part-by-part examination of the castle and surviving elements of the adjoining medieval town allows readers to appreciate the different stages in the development of this incredible structure and to visualize how it evolved and functioned at different points in time. The detailed architectural guide will be an essential reference for readers who have the opportunity to visit the castle and for those who are keen to gain the best possible understanding of it without going to the site. …

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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Sieges played a key role in the crusades, but they tend to be overshadowed by the famous battles fought between the Franks and the Muslims, and no detailed study of the subject has been published in recent times. So Michael Fulton's graphic, wide-ranging and thought-provoking book is a landmark in the field. He considers the history of siege warfare in the Holy Land from every angle - the tactics and technology, the fortifications, the composition of the opposing armies, and the ways in which sieges shaped Frankish and Muslim strategy at each stage of the conflict. The differences and similarities between the Eastern and Western traditions are explored, as is the impact of the shifting balance of power in the region. The conclusions may surprise some readers. Neither the Muslims nor the Franks possessed a marked advantage in siege technology or tactics, their fortifications reflected different purposes and an evolving political environment and, although there were improvements in technologies and fortifications, the essence of siege warfare remained relatively consistent. Michael Fulton's book is a fascinating all-round reassessment of an aspect of the crusades that had a decisive impact on the outcome of the struggle. It will be essential reading for medieval and military historians. AUTHOR: Dr Michael S. Fulton is a medieval historian and archaeologist with a special interest in fortifications, siege warfare and the crusades. He is a visiting scholar with the History Department at the University of British Columbia. He has published many articles and papers on aspects of mechanical artillery, crusader castles, siege tactics and defences as well as the book Artillery in the Era of the Crusades. 50 b/w illustrations An all-round reassessment of siege warfare during the Crusades. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Hardback. Condition: New. Sieges played a key role in the crusades, but they tend to be overshadowed by the famous battles fought between the Franks and the Muslims, and no detailed study of the subject has been published in recent times. So Michael Fulton's graphic, wide-ranging and thought-provoking book is a landmark in the field.He considers the history of siege warfare in the Holy Land from every angle - the tactics and technology, the fortifications, the composition of the opposing armies, and the ways in which sieges shaped Frankish and Muslim strategy at each stage of the conflict. The differences and similarities between the Eastern and Western traditions are explored, as is the impact of the shifting balance of power in the region.The conclusions may surprise some readers. Neither the Muslims nor the Franks possessed a marked advantage in siege technology or tactics, their fortifications reflected different purposes and an evolving political environment and, although there were improvements in technologies and fortifications, the essence of siege warfare remained relatively consistent.Michael Fulton's book is a fascinating all-round reassessment of an aspect of the crusades that had a decisive impact on the outcome of the struggle. It will be essential reading for medieval and military historians.…

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