{"product_id":"knights-in-history-and-legend-9781554074808","title":"Knights: In History and Legend","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe most comprehensive book on knights and knighthood available. The word \"knight\" conjures up images of gallant men in gleaming armor astride noble steeds  searching for foes to fight and fair maidens to rescue. In Knights the reality of knighthood is detailed  warts and all. This handsome reference tells the true story of these mounted warriors  who evolved from simple soldiers on horseback to defenders of the faith during the Crusades. Written by a team of historians with specialized knowledge of the medieval period  this beautifully illustrated reference includes: A timeline of knight history from its origins The ethos and ideals of knighthood Becoming a knight and the everyday life of a knight Knights in premedieval times The rise and fall of Charlemagnes empire Knights among the Normans and the Saxons The Crusades The decline of knighthood The role of literature and movies in the mythology of knights And much more.  Hundreds of beautiful color photographs  artworks and maps add to this fascinating history of knights and knighthood.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45646896791605,"sku":"ByrdShop_1554074800","price":25.91,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9781554074808.jpg?v=1781680679","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/knights-in-history-and-legend-9781554074808","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}