Heroines of the Crusades by C. A. Bloss
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| Author | Bloss, C. A. (Celestia Angenette), 1812-1855 |
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| Title | Heroines of the Crusades |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | Adela of Blois -- Eleanor of Aquitaine -- Berengaria of Navarre -- Isabella of Angouleme -- Violante of Jerusalem -- Eleanora of Castile -- First Crusade, A.D. 1090 -- Second Crusade, A.D. 1147 -- Third Crusade, A.D. 1187 -- Fourth Crusade, A.D. 1198 -- Fifth Crusade, A.D. 1203 -- Sixth Crusade, A.D. 1215 -- Seventh Crusade, A.D. 1249 -- Eighth Crusade, A.D. 1272. |
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| Summary | "Heroines of the Crusades" by C. A. Bloss is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book delves into the lives and contributions of notable women during the time of the Crusades, highlighting figures such as Adela Countess of Blois, Eleanor of Aquitaine, and Berengaria of Navarre. The work aims to bring life to the often-overlooked roles women played in an era marked by warfare and religious fervor, providing narratives that intertwine personal stories with broader historical events. At the start of the narrative, the author sets the stage by depicting the historical context leading to the Crusades, weaving in themes of pilgrimage, devotion, and the crusading spirit that swept across Europe. The initial chapters introduce the character of Adela, the youngest daughter of William the Conqueror, through a detailed scene of her childhood during the arrival of her father in England. The storytelling vividly captures significant moments characterized by political intrigue and personal ambition, allowing readers to gain insight into Adela's developing character and the formative events around her. The text not only presents historical facts but does so through engaging storytelling that illuminates the intertwined fates of these women and the turbulent times they lived in. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere |
| Subject | Crusades |
| Subject | Women -- Biography |
| Subject | Crusades -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 39701 |
| Release Date | May 15, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 170 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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