Concentrating on the popes and the antipopes, this book examines the perturbations of ecclesiastical reform from the mid-eleventh century to the reign of Gregory VII, pointing out what factors other than reform influenced the main personae. It demonstrates how a weak papacy reve…
Renowned medieval historian Jill N. Claster examines warfare between Christians and Muslims for control of the embattled city of Jerusalem.
This book examines warfare between Christians and Muslims for control of the embattled city of Jerusalem. It also explains the relationship of Jews, Christians, and Muslims to the Holy City and how that relationship still resonates today. It encompasses the history of the kingdo…
