The History of the Crusades (vol. 3 of 3)

"The History of the Crusades (vol. 3 of 3)" by Joseph François Michaud is a chronicle of the fading years of the Crusades, covering the period from 1255 to 1396, and it paints a picture of a world in disarray as Christians and Muslims continued their fight. This book looks at the disagreements and conflicts that arose after Louis IX's Eighth Crusade, shining a light on the political chaos and military battles that defined the era. Instead of unity, the Christian cities faced internal discord, made worse by the rivalries of Genoa and Venice. Meanwhile, the rise of the Mamelukes and their clashes with the Mongols showed how infighting on both sides led to widespread destruction, while complex agreements, betrayals, and pleas for help capture the desperation and fragile hope of the time.