The History of Chivalry

The History of Chivalry is a book by English novelist and historical writer George Payne Rainsford James, first published in 1830. It is a history of the Crusades in Europe, and the origins and progression of Chivalry, defined by the author as 'a military institution, prompted by enthusiastic benevolence, sanctioned by religion, and combined with religious ceremonies, the purpose of which was to protect the weak from the oppression of the powerful, and to defend the right cause against the wrong'.

This book has 95,730 words, and was originally published in 1830.

Production notes: This ebook of The History of Chivalry was published by Global Grey on the 25th July 2024. The artwork used for the cover is 'Godfrey of Bouillon and Crusaders' by Johann Till the Younger.