Moslem and Frank; or, Charles Martel and the rescue of Europe from the threatened yoke of the Saracens

"Moslem and Frank; or, Charles Martel and the Rescue of Europe from the Threatened Yoke of the Saracens" by G. L. M. Strauss examines a crucial period where Christian Europe faced a major challenge from Islamic forces, highlighting moments like the Battle of Tours. The story carefully reviews the cultures that clashed, military plans, and the fight to keep Europe free from outside control, with a strong focus on Charles Martel's leadership. It starts by setting the scene in Arabia, describing its lands and people, and then moves on to explain the beginnings of Islam and the life of Mohammed. These details help everyone understand how the mixing of cultures and religions led to the big conflicts that drew Charles Martel into defending Europe.