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Book Synopsis: An instant New York Times bestseller, from the author of Crusaders, that finally tells the real story of the Knights Templar—“Seldom does one find serious scholarship so easy to read.” (The Times, Book of the Year) A faltering war in the middle east. A band of elite warriors determined to fight to the death to protect Christianity's holiest sites. A global financial network unaccountable to any government. A sinister plot founded on a web of lies...In 1119, a small band of knights seeking a purpose in the violent aftermath of the First Crusade set up a new religious order in Jerusalem, which was now in Christian hands. These were the first Knights Templar, elite warriors who swore vows of poverty and chastity and promised to protect Christian pilgrims to the Holy Land. Over the next 200 years, the Templars would become the most powerful network of the medieval world, speerheading the crusades, pionerring new forms of finance and warfare and deciding the fate of kings. Then, on October 13, 1307, hundreds of brothers were arrested, imprisoned and tortured and the order was disbanded among lurid accusations of sexual misconduct and heresy. But were they heretics or victims of a ruthlessly repressive state? Dan Jones goes back to the sources to bring their dramatic tale, so relevant to our own times, to life in a book that is at once authoritative and compulsively readable.
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Discover the captivating true story of the Knights Templar in The Rise and Spectacular Fall of God's Holy Warriors. This instant New York Times bestseller, written by the acclaimed author of Crusaders, offers a compelling narrative that sheds light on these legendary elite warriors. Immerse yourself in this meticulously researched book that illuminates the Templars' crucial role in protecting Christianity's holiest sites during a turbulent era.
Uncover the Templars' breathtaking exploits, from spearheading the crusades to pioneering innovative methods of finance and warfare. As you delve into their history, you'll witness the rise of the most influential network of the medieval world. Jones leaves no stone unturned in his quest for the truth, skillfully unraveling a web of lies woven by those who sought to bring down the order.
Prepare for an enthralling reading experience as you follow the Templars' journey from the establishment of their religious order in Jerusalem to their tragic demise on October 13, 1307. Jones delves into the arresting, imprisonment, and torture of countless Templar brothers, exploring whether they were truly heretics or victims of a repressive state. This thought-provoking exploration of the Templar legacy offers gripping insights that are remarkably relevant to our modern times.
Don't miss your chance to immerse yourself in this authoritative and compelling tale. Experience firsthand Jones' ability to breathe life into historical narratives with his engaging writing style. Uncover the secrets of the Knights Templar that have captivated generations. Start your journey into the Templars' past and our shared history by ordering The Rise and Spectacular Fall of God's Holy Warriors today.
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