The First Crusade: The Accounts of Eye-Witnesses and Participants

The First Crusade: The Accounts of Eye-Witnesses and Participants edited and translated by August C. Krey provides a detailed insight into the society economy and culture of the period through eye-witness testimonies and literary histories. The narrative explores the interactions between the Latin armies and the Emperor focusing on oaths of fealty and strategic maneuvers. It delves into the conquest of Antioch battles divine interventions and the challenges faced during the siege of Jerusalem. The book highlights the diverse composition of the Crusader army and the historical context of the First Crusade.