Knights Of Malta

By Robert Macoy

Book Overview

""Knights of Malta"" is a historical account of the Order of St. John, also known as the Knights Hospitaller or the Knights of Malta. The book, written by Robert Macoy, provides a comprehensive overview of the origins, history, and legacy of this chivalric order. The reader is taken on a journey through the various stages of the order's development, from its humble beginnings as a group of monks who cared for sick pilgrims in Jerusalem, to its transformation into a military order dedicated to defending the Christian faith and protecting pilgrims traveling to the Holy Land. The book also delves into the order's role in the Crusades, its involvement in European politics and warfare, and its eventual relocation to Malta, where it established a formidable presence in the Mediterranean. Macoy provides detailed accounts of the order's battles with the Ottoman Empire, its contributions to the development of medicine and healthcare, and its influence on the culture and society of medieval Europe. ""Knights of Malta"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in medieval history, chivalry, or the history of the Catholic Church. The book is well-researched and provides a wealth of information on the order's history, traditions, and impact on the world. It is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the legacy of the Knights of Malta and their enduring impact on the world.THIS 32 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Masonic Manual: A Pocket Companion for the Initiated Containing the Rituals of Freemasonry, by Robert Macoy. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100677.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425331254
• ISBN13: 9781425331252
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"