A tale of scheming, power struggles, conflict and the birth of England as we know it today. W. B. Bartlett, author of Vikings, tells the story of Alfred the Great and his descendants, and reasserts their right to be regarded as one of history's great Royal dynasties.
The dramatic Muslim victory over the Crusaders that finally ended the Christian dream of ruling the Middle East.
The dramatic history of the movement which throughout much of the Middle Ages sought to establish Christianity in the place of its birth. A tale of wordy ambition and spiritual sacrifice, pride and humility, extraordinary valor and despicable cowardice.
New B-format paperback - A comprehensive new history of the infamous Vikings. Those men and women raided and traded their way into history whilst at the same time helping to build new nations in Scandinavia and beyond.
Focusing on the final years of the Crusader Kingdom of Jerusalem, this book offers a vivid portrayal of medieval military history. It features a compelling narrative enriched by 12 color and 12 black and white illustrations, bringing to life the struggles and events of this tumultuous period. The author, known for "God Wills It!", provides an engaging account that captures the drama and significance of the Crusaders' last stand in the Holy Land.
Focusing on the legendary Harold Hardrada, this biography by W. B. Bartlett delves into the life of one of history's most renowned Vikings. The author, known for his works on Vikings and King Cnut, presents a compelling narrative that reveals the complexities and adventures of Hardrada, providing insights into his significance in Viking history. This engaging account promises to entertain and inform readers about the life and legacy of this iconic figure.
The Dam Busters raids have gone down as perhaps the most famous air strikes in history. 'Voices of Courage' is the story of the legendary bouncing-bomb attack on Germany's dams from the pilots.
Bartlett goes beyond Rorke's Drift to tell the largely forgotten story of how the Anglo-Zulu war was really won and lost.
Dzieje tajemnej sekty muzułmańskiej
Pasjonująca lektura dla miłośników historii i każdego, kogo interesuje rozwiązywanie zagadek historycznych. Autor, oddzielając fakty od zaciemniających prawdę mitów, z erudycją i w sposób wyjątkowo interesujący odsłania niezwykłe dzieje sekty asasynów. Kreśli je na tle ewolucji w łonie islamu i przybycia na Bliski Wschód europejskich krzyżowców, by lepiej zrozumieć zdarzenia, które doprowadziły do powstania ruchu i jego późniejszych sukcesów.
La setta degli Assassini è una della più spettacolari leggende della storia medievale. Nell'immaginario collettivo essi sono fanatici sanguinari che terrorizzavano il mondo medievale, ancor più temuti perché non avevano paura della morte. I racconti tramandati sugli Assassini sono stati arricchiti e distorti e la verità è diventata sempre più oscura. Dopo la morte di Maometto, nelle divisione tra sciiti e sunniti e nelle successive fazioni che si accusavano l'un l'altra di eresia, nell'XI secolo nacque la setta degli Ismaeliti Nizari: furono i musulmani a battezzarli Assassini, "Hashishiyyun", colui che usa l'hashish. Il libro racconta le origini della setta, le sue vicende attraverso due secoli, fino alla caduta sotto l'avanzata dei Mongoli.
