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La sesta crociata / ovvero l'istoria della santa vita e delle grandi cavallerie di re Luigi IX di Francia

By sire de Jean Joinville
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A close companion offers an eyewitness chronicle of a devout medieval monarch, blending detailed reports of crusading expeditions and battlefield operations with intimate observation. The narrative relates military campaigns, sieges, hardships, and leadership decisions while also recording anecdotes of court life, chivalric behavior, diplomatic exchanges, and the administration of justice. Recurrent attention is given to the ruler’s piety, personal austerity, and moral reasoning, and reflective passages interpret events in religious and ethical terms. The work balances action and meditation to present both practical military detail and a portrait of leadership shaped by spiritual conviction.

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sire de Jean Joinville

Joinville, sire de Jean, was a French nobleman and chronicler known for his detailed account of the Sixth Crusade. His notable work, "La sesta crociata / ovvero l'istoria della santa vita e delle grandi cavallerie di re Luigi IX di Francia," provides valuable insights into the life and military campaigns of King Louis IX of France. Through his writings, Joinville offers a unique perspective on the social and political dynamics of the 13th century, as well as the experiences of those involved in the Crusades. His contributions to historical literature have made him a significant figure in the study of medieval history.

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