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Templars

The Dramatic History of the Knights Templar, the Most Powerful Military Order of the Crusades

  • Paperback
  • 368 pages
  • Publisher: Phoenix House
  • 13.2 x 19.7 x 2.1 cm

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For history lovers seeking truth about the Templars.

"Templars" uncovers myths and reveals their real story.

You’ll gain insights into faith and history's lessons.

Discover the fascinating history of the Templars, a unique order of warrior monks, as Piers Paul Read uncovers their legacy and relevance today.

Sifting myth from history, Piers Paul Read reveals the Templars - the multinational force of warrior monks, in their white tunics with red crosses over chainmail. They were not only unique among Christian institutions but constituted the first uniformed standing army in the western world and became pioneers of international banking. Expropriated by Philip IV of France in 1307, and confessing under torture to blasphemy, heresy and sodomy, the Order was finally suppressed by Pope Clement V in 1312. In a narrative that incorporates the story of the crusades and the many colourful characters who had links with the Templars, Piers Paul Read examines the question of their guilt and identifies their relevance to our own times. 'A highly readable and nicely paced book that draws on the lessons of modern historical scholarship while also communicating a sense of narrative excitement and drive' 'Evocative, measured and engaging' Evening Standard 'Magnificent in every way' Mail on Sunday
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  • Title

    Templars

  • Author

    Piers Paul Read

  • Book Format

    Paperback

  • Publisher

    Phoenix House

  • Published

    November 2003

  • Weight

    256g

  • Page Count

    368

  • Dimensions

    13.2 x 19.7 x 2.1 cm

  • ISBN

    9780753810873

  • ISBN-10

    0753810875

  • Eden Code

    1117330