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Crusader Castles in the Holy Land
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Crusader Castles in the Holy Land Hardback - 2008

by David Nicolle

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Born in 1944, David Nicolle worked in the BBC's Arabic service for a number of years before gaining an MA from the School of Oriental and African Studies, London, and a doctorate from Edinburgh University. He has written numerous books and articles on medieval and Islamic warfare, and has been a prolific author of Osprey titles for many years. The author lives in Leceistershire, UK.

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  • Title Crusader Castles in the Holy Land
  • Author David Nicolle
  • Binding Hardback
  • Edition First Edition
  • Pages 240
  • Language EN
  • Publisher Osprey Publishing, Oxford
  • Date 2008-11-18
  • ISBN 9781846033490

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"In addition to retaining the excellent text, the book contains a wealth of beautiful illustrations, including some not found in the original books. Anyone with an interest in this period of fortification who has not already bought all the paperback volumes would be well advised to purchase this book." -Bolling Smith, The Coastal Defense Journal (March 2009)

"The Crusades that moved across the Middle East left behind fortresses and fortifications, and Crusader Castles in the Holy Land considers these fortifications, surveying their history, importance on all sides, and existing fortifications throughout the Middle East, Greece, the Aegean and Cyprus. Fine photos in black and white and color alike blend with the latest research and excavation evidence to make for a fine pick for both history and military libraries focusing on Crusade-era events." -California Bookwatch (February 2009)

"Once again, Osprey Publishing has produced a book filled with magnificent photographs, meticulous artwork, and detailed maps that focus on the beautiful castles constructed by the Crusaders as they marched across the Holy Land in their ultimately foiled attempt to spread Christianity through the Middle East." Military Heritage (August 2009)

"As with other Osprey publications, this book would not be an Osprey publication without an excellent assortment of contemporary photographs of the various castles and full-color illustrations. Many of the castles are brought back to their former glory through these illustrations – they help you to better understand the magnificence of the castles. This book is a must-have for any enthusiast of the Crusader years in the Holy Land and beyond." -Jeff Grim, www.collectedmiscellany.com (May 2009)

"...a fascinating read and if you missed the earlier editions from which this material was taken, it is a great value for your money. In all a book I know you will enjoy reading as much as did I." -Scott Van Aken, modelingmadness.com (December 2008)

About the author

Born in 1944, David Nicolle worked in the BBC's Arabic service for a number of years before gaining an MA from the School of Oriental and African Studies, London, and a doctorate from Edinburgh University. He has written numerous books and articles on medieval and Islamic warfare, and has been a prolific author of Osprey titles for many years. The author lives in Leceistershire, UK.
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