The Crusades
Jonathan Riley-Smith
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The Crusades
Published
2014
Publisher
Bloomsbury Academic
Pages
412
ISBN-13
9781472513519
ISBN-10
1472513517
Description
"The Crusades: A History is the definitive account of a key topic in medieval and religious history. Jonathan Riley-Smith, a world authority on the subject, explores the organisation of a crusade, the experience of crusading and the crusaders themselves, producing a textbook that is as accessible as it is comprehensive. This exciting new third edition includes: - Substantial new material on crusade theory, historiography and translated texts - An expanded scope that extends the text to cover the decline of crusading in the nineteenth century - Valuable pedagogical features, such as a revised bibliography, maps, illustrations and a brand new chronology This book is essential reading for all students and scholars seeking to understand the Crusades and their significance in world history."--Publisher description.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Crusades?
This edition of The Crusades has approximately 412 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The Crusades?
For most readers, The Crusades typically takes between 8h 35m and 5h 43m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 103,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 52m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 14 days • Estimated word count: 103,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of The Crusades?
The estimated word count for The Crusades is approximately 103,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The Crusades?
The Crusades was written by Jonathan Riley-Smith.
When was The Crusades published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2014. The original work may have been published on a different date.