The Templars : history & myth
An order of warrior monks founded to protect pilgrims to Jerusalem, the Templars were among the wealthiest and most powerful bodies in the medieval world. Yet two centuries later, they were arrested, accused of blasphemy, heresy and orgies, and their leaders were burnt at the stake. Part guide, part history, this book investigates the Templar legends and legacy - from the mysteries of Solomon's Temple in Jerusalem, via nineteenth century development of the Freemasons, through to Templar appearances in Dan Brown and Indiana Jones. This book explains the whole context of Templar history, includi
History
1 online resource (384 pages) : illustrations, maps
9781847652515, 9781846681530, 1847652514, 1846681537
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INTRODUCTION; The Contexts; The Rise (1099 to 1150); The Power (1150-1291); The Fall (1291-1314); The Aftermath; Locations; Templarism; INDEX; CHRONOLOGY; PICTURE CREDITS; A NOTE ON NAMES
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