Depicting the holy war: crusader imagery in medieval French and English murals

Abstract

"Examines the influence of crusades in the Middle East on Western European societies through the analysis of mural paintings from twelfth- and thirteenth-century France and England. By studying five mural programs, it reveals how the concept of "holy war" expanded, reflecting shifting attitudes toward warfare in medieval Europe"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents

Crusades and visual culture in western Europe : an overview -- Berzé-la-Ville : early Benedictine reservations about crusading -- Hardham : the First Crusade in a parish church in England -- Poncé-sur-le-Loir : the First Crusade in a parish church in France -- Cressac : crusades and chivalry -- Tour Ferrande : defending a crusade against Christians.