Routledge Pilgrimage to Jerusalem and the Holy Land 1187-1291

Explore a vital era of medieval history through this collection of translated texts. This volume from the Crusade Texts in Translation series provides new translations of Latin, French, and Greek pilgrimage accounts. It focuses on the specific period between the fall of Jerusalem to Saladin in 1187 and the loss of Acre to the Mamluks in 1291. These primary sources offer a deep look into the realities of the Holy Land during the Crusades. Readers gain access to detailed information regarding the actual business of pilgrimage, alongside insights into church history and regional topography. The texts also cover architecture and the social and economic conditions that defined Palestine during this timeframe. By extending the scope of existing studies that typically focus on Late Antiquity, this book serves as a necessary resource for historians and students. It provides a unique window into the lived experiences and environmental conditions of the late 12th through 13th centuries.