Legends of the Middle Ages: The Life and Legacy of Richard the Lionheart

*Includes medieval depictions of Richard and important people, places, and events in his life.*Explains his relationships with his famous parents, his famous allies, and his famous enemies, including Saladin.*Includes a Bibliography for further reading.*Includes a Table of Contents.“We, however, place the love of God and His honour above our own and above the acquisition of many regions.” – Richard the LionheartA lot of ink has been spilled covering the lives of history’s most influential figures, but how much of the forest is lost for the trees? In Charles River Editors’ Legends of the Middle Ages series, readers can get caught up to speed on the lives of important medieval men and women in the time it takes to finish a commute, while learning interesting facts long forgotten or never known.The enduring figure of the Middle Ages is the chivalrous knight, who played the role of hero across much of Europe and was equal parts courage and valor. Nobody played a more defining role in casti