| Author |
Drane, Augusta Theodosia, 1823-1894 |
| Title |
The Knights of St. John : with the Battle of Lepanto and Siege of Vienna
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| Original Publication |
London: Burns & Oates, 1858.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 53.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Brian Wilson, John Campbell, Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"The Knights of St. John: with the Battle of Lepanto and Siege of Vienna" is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume aims to provide a vivid portrayal of the significant events involving the Knights Hospitallers, particularly centered around their valiant efforts during the pivotal Battle of Lepanto and the Siege of Vienna against the Ottoman Empire. The book focuses on the determined courage of these knights as they defended Christianity against overwhelming odds. The opening of the book sets the stage for the historical context of the Knights of St. John, detailing their origins in the Holy Land during the time of the Crusades and their transformation into a military order dedicated to both charity and combat. It describes the establishment of their stronghold in Acre, their original mission of providing hospitality to pilgrims, and the challenges they faced as the Muslim forces gained strength. The preface offers insights into the order's significance, their unwavering faith, and their resilience in the face of adversity, preparing the reader for the dramatic chronicles of their battles and sacrifices for Christendom that are to follow throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
CR: History: Heraldry
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| Subject |
Knights of Malta
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| Subject |
Vienna (Austria) -- History -- Siege, 1683
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| Subject |
Lepanto, Battle of, Greece, 1571
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74632 |
| Release Date |
Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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