Crusader Principality of Antioch from Bohemond I to Bohemond III (1098-1161)
By Gurhan Bahadir
Gorgias Press
ISBN: 978-1-4632-5000-3
When it comes to the Crusader States, the Principality of Antioch is often overlooked. This book aims to correct that, offering an in-depth examination of its political history during the first six decades of its existence.
Excerpt:
The establishment of the Crusader Principality of Antioch in 1100 by Bohemond I illustrates how these new Crusader states maintained their position through diplomatic and military strategies. Bohemend I pursued a balanced policy between the neighboring Islamic states and the Byzantine State, navigating the complexities of the region’s politics. This diplomatic skill was key to the Principality of Antioch’s survival, enabling it to thrive as a hub for international trade and cultural interaction. Under Latin rule, Antioch became a melting pot of Orthodox Christians, Armenians, Syriacs, Muslims, and Jews, all coexisting and interacting.
Who is this book for?
Running to almost 600 pages, this is an in-depth and straightforward political and military history of the Principality of Antioch. Following an opening chapter discussing how the state emerged from the First Crusade, the book offers chapters detailing the reigns of seven of its rulers. Antioch’s story is closely intertwined with those of its neighbours, including Aleppo, Damascus, Mosul and the Byzantine Empire, so readers will also learn much about the relations, rivalries and wars between these powers. A final chapter examines the inner workings of the principality, including the Church and the important role that trade played in its economy.
Historians of the Crusades will want to have a copy of this book, while readers interested in Byzantium or the Seljuks will also find much of value here. It may also appeal to those looking for a case study of how a small medieval state had to survive in a region where allies and enemies were constantly shifting.
The Author
Gurhan Bahadir previously served as Associate Professor of Medieval History at Hatay Mustafa Kemal University. His research has often focused on Antioch
Crusader Principality of Antioch from Bohemond I to Bohemond III (1098-1161)
By Gurhan Bahadir
Gorgias Press
ISBN: 978-1-4632-5000-3
When it comes to the Crusader States, the Principality of Antioch is often overlooked. This book aims to correct that, offering an in-depth examination of its political history during the first six decades of its existence.
Excerpt:
The establishment of the Crusader Principality of Antioch in 1100 by Bohemond I illustrates how these new Crusader states maintained their position through diplomatic and military strategies. Bohemend I pursued a balanced policy between the neighboring Islamic states and the Byzantine State, navigating the complexities of the region’s politics. This diplomatic skill was key to the Principality of Antioch’s survival, enabling it to thrive as a hub for international trade and cultural interaction. Under Latin rule, Antioch became a melting pot of Orthodox Christians, Armenians, Syriacs, Muslims, and Jews, all coexisting and interacting.
Who is this book for?
Running to almost 600 pages, this is an in-depth and straightforward political and military history of the Principality of Antioch. Following an opening chapter discussing how the state emerged from the First Crusade, the book offers chapters detailing the reigns of seven of its rulers. Antioch’s story is closely intertwined with those of its neighbours, including Aleppo, Damascus, Mosul and the Byzantine Empire, so readers will also learn much about the relations, rivalries and wars between these powers. A final chapter examines the inner workings of the principality, including the Church and the important role that trade played in its economy.
Historians of the Crusades will want to have a copy of this book, while readers interested in Byzantium or the Seljuks will also find much of value here. It may also appeal to those looking for a case study of how a small medieval state had to survive in a region where allies and enemies were constantly shifting.
The Author
Gurhan Bahadir previously served as Associate Professor of Medieval History at Hatay Mustafa Kemal University. His research has often focused on Antioch
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