Saladin : the politics of the holy war /

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Main Author: Lyons, M. C.
Other Authors: Jackson, D. E. P.
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Cambridge ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 1982.
Series:University of Cambridge oriental publications ; no. 30.
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Table of Contents:
  • Early adventures
  • Vizier of Egypt
  • Lord of Egypt
  • The shadow of Syria
  • Independence
  • From Egypt to Syria
  • War and diplomacy
  • Egyptian interlude
  • Defeat and difficulties
  • Consolidation and expansion
  • Opportunities
  • The capture of Aleppo
  • Empire-building and the Holy War
  • The end of empire
  • Preparations
  • Hattin
  • The capture of Jerusalme
  • Success and failure
  • Crusaders at Acre
  • The fall of Acre
  • Stalemate
  • Conclusion.