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.Edward, Prince of Wales and Aquitaine: A biography of the Black Prince by: Richard W Barber 1978 This book has been accused of being too 'simplistic' and narrative based, because it doesn't dwell on details of military strategy etc. I think this is because Barber is concerned with keeping the reader interested at all times. This he certainly achieves, making for a very easy read. After reading David Green's book 'The Black Prince' however, I saw that Barber wasn't as great as I had at first thought. Basically, if you're not a historian (or crazy about military details) then you will find nothing wrong with this book and simply enjoy reading it. The other thing it does well is teach a huge amount very quickly and easily - so if you're a student this is the one to read first! 4 stars because it's not the best, but it doesn't get ... Read More: >>See More Reviews & Details on Edward, Prince of Wales and Aquitaine: A biography of the Black Prince |
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.Henry Plantagenet by: Richard W. Barber 1972-06 This book has been accused of being too 'simplistic' and narrative based, because it doesn't dwell on details of military strategy etc. I think this is because Barber is concerned with keeping the reader interested at all times. This he certainly achieves, making for a very easy read. After reading David Green's book 'The Black Prince' however, I saw that Barber wasn't as great as I had at first thought. Basically, if you're not a historian (or crazy about military details) then you will find nothing wrong with this book and simply enjoy reading it. The other thing it does well is teach a huge amount very quickly and easily - so if you're a student this is the one to read first! 4 stars because it's not the best, but it doesn't get ... Read More: >>See More Reviews & Details on Henry Plantagenet |
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.The Figure of Arthur by: Richard W. Barber 1974-10 This book has been accused of being too 'simplistic' and narrative based, because it doesn't dwell on details of military strategy etc. I think this is because Barber is concerned with keeping the reader interested at all times. This he certainly achieves, making for a very easy read. After reading David Green's book 'The Black Prince' however, I saw that Barber wasn't as great as I had at first thought. Basically, if you're not a historian (or crazy about military details) then you will find nothing wrong with this book and simply enjoy reading it. The other thing it does well is teach a huge amount very quickly and easily - so if you're a student this is the one to read first! 4 stars because it's not the best, but it doesn't get ... Read More: >>See More Reviews & Details on The Figure of Arthur |
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.The Knight and Chivalry by: Richard W. Barber 1975-08 This book has been accused of being too 'simplistic' and narrative based, because it doesn't dwell on details of military strategy etc. I think this is because Barber is concerned with keeping the reader interested at all times. This he certainly achieves, making for a very easy read. After reading David Green's book 'The Black Prince' however, I saw that Barber wasn't as great as I had at first thought. Basically, if you're not a historian (or crazy about military details) then you will find nothing wrong with this book and simply enjoy reading it. The other thing it does well is teach a huge amount very quickly and easily - so if you're a student this is the one to read first! 4 stars because it's not the best, but it doesn't get ... Read More: >>See More Reviews & Details on The Knight and Chivalry |
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.A Companion to World Mythology by: Richard W. Barber 1980-02 This book has been accused of being too 'simplistic' and narrative based, because it doesn't dwell on details of military strategy etc. I think this is because Barber is concerned with keeping the reader interested at all times. This he certainly achieves, making for a very easy read. After reading David Green's book 'The Black Prince' however, I saw that Barber wasn't as great as I had at first thought. Basically, if you're not a historian (or crazy about military details) then you will find nothing wrong with this book and simply enjoy reading it. The other thing it does well is teach a huge amount very quickly and easily - so if you're a student this is the one to read first! 4 stars because it's not the best, but it doesn't get ... Read More: >>See More Reviews & Details on A Companion to World Mythology |
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.King Arthur: Hero and Legend by: Richard W. Barber 1986-12 I haven't been able to completely read this book, which I found highly recommended on Bernard Cornwell's website as background reading to his Arthurian trilogy. However, it explores the stories and hypothesises as to whether Arthur truly existed by calling upon many versions of the stories in classic literature as well as archaeological evidence and places in the landscape plus local legends. It is all a bit academic and I found it difficult to work through quickly; however it is sure to become one of my much used titles for my own Arthurian research. >>See More Reviews & Details on King Arthur: Hero and Legend |
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.A Strong Land & a Sturdy: England in the Middle Ages by: Richard W. Barber 1976 I haven't been able to completely read this book, which I found highly recommended on Bernard Cornwell's website as background reading to his Arthurian trilogy. However, it explores the stories and hypothesises as to whether Arthur truly existed by calling upon many versions of the stories in classic literature as well as archaeological evidence and places in the landscape plus local legends. It is all a bit academic and I found it difficult to work through quickly; however it is sure to become one of my much used titles for my own Arthurian research. >>See More Reviews & Details on A Strong Land & a Sturdy: England in the Middle Ages |
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.A dictionary of fabulous beasts by: Richard W Barber 1972 I haven't been able to completely read this book, which I found highly recommended on Bernard Cornwell's website as background reading to his Arthurian trilogy. However, it explores the stories and hypothesises as to whether Arthur truly existed by calling upon many versions of the stories in classic literature as well as archaeological evidence and places in the landscape plus local legends. It is all a bit academic and I found it difficult to work through quickly; however it is sure to become one of my much used titles for my own Arthurian research. >>See More Reviews & Details on A dictionary of fabulous beasts |
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.Samuel Pepys Esquire by: Richard W. Barber 1970-06 I haven't been able to completely read this book, which I found highly recommended on Bernard Cornwell's website as background reading to his Arthurian trilogy. However, it explores the stories and hypothesises as to whether Arthur truly existed by calling upon many versions of the stories in classic literature as well as archaeological evidence and places in the landscape plus local legends. It is all a bit academic and I found it difficult to work through quickly; however it is sure to become one of my much used titles for my own Arthurian research. >>See More Reviews & Details on Samuel Pepys Esquire |
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.Tournaments: Jousts, Chivalry and Pageants in the Middle Ages by: Richard W. Barber, Juliet Barker 1989-09 I haven't been able to completely read this book, which I found highly recommended on Bernard Cornwell's website as background reading to his Arthurian trilogy. However, it explores the stories and hypothesises as to whether Arthur truly existed by calling upon many versions of the stories in classic literature as well as archaeological evidence and places in the landscape plus local legends. It is all a bit academic and I found it difficult to work through quickly; however it is sure to become one of my much used titles for my own Arthurian research. >>See More Reviews & Details on Tournaments: Jousts, Chivalry and Pageants in the Middle Ages |