Medieval Mercenaries - Hardcover
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The Middle Ages was a turbulent and violent time, when the fate of nations was most often decided on the battlefield, and strength of arms was key to acquiring and maintaining power. Feudal oaths and local militias were more often than not incapable of providing the skilled and disciplined warriors necessary to keep the enemy at bay. It was the mercenary who stepped in to fill the ranks. In this benchmark work, William Urban explores the vital importance of the mercenary to the medieval power-broker, from the Byzantine Varangian Guard to fifteenth century soldiers of fortune in the Baltic. Through contemporary chronicles and the most up-to-date scholarship, he presents an in-depth portrait of the mercenary across the Middle Ages.
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About the Author
William Urban is the Lee L. Morgan Professor of History at Monmouth College, Illinois. He is the author of numerous works, including the highly acclaimed The Teutonic Knights.
Terry Jones, best known for his part in Monty Python's Flying Circus, is also a distinguished medieval historian.
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Novel - Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Greenhill Books Historical Books (Greenhill Books) Medieval Mercenaries - The Business of War (NM) (dust jacket VG+)Manufacturer: Greenhill BooksProduct Line: Historical Books (Greenhill Books)Type: Novel - HardcoverCopyright Date: 2006Author: William UrbanPage Count: 304Please review the condition and any condition notes for the exact condition of this item. All pictures are stock photos. The condition of the item you will receive is NM - dust jacket VG+. Our grading system is explained in the terms of sale section of our bookseller page. Please feel free to contact us with any questions. Product Description:The Middle Ages were a turbulent and violent time, when the fate of nations was most often decided on the battlefield, and strength of arms was key to acquiring and maintaining power. Feudal oaths and local militias were more often than not incapable of providing the skilled and disciplined warriors necessary to keep the enemy at bay. It was the mercenary who stepped in to fill the ranks. Seller Inventory # 2149198271
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