The Book of Deeds of James I of Aragon: A Translation of the Medieval Catalan Llibre dels Fets

The Book of Deeds of James I of AragonA Translation of the Medieval Catalan Llibre dels FetsThe ‘Book of Deeds' is the first known autobiography by a Christian king. Its author was James I of Aragon (1213-76), known as ‘The Conqueror', one of the great political figures of 13th-century Europe and a successful crusader. In his ‘Deeds', James describes the turbulent years of his minority, the thrilling capture of Majorca, the methodical conquest of the kingdom of Valencia, the reconquest of the kingdom of Murcia after Castile had failed to hold it, and many of the important events of his reign. While crusade and conquest of Spanish territory from the Muslims and Christian-Muslim relations on the frontier are central features of the account, the ‘Deeds' are also a treasure trove of information on the image, power and purpose of monarchy, loyalty and bad faith in the feudal order, the growth of national sentiment, and medieval military tactics. At the same time, the book presents a unique insight into the mind of a medieval ruler, the supreme example we possess of the fears and ambitions of a man at the very centre of events.Additional ISBNs9780754603597, 9781315241036, 9781351893824, 9781351893848The Book of Deeds of James I of Aragon: A Translation of the Medieval Catalan Llibre dels Fets 1st Edition is written by Damian J. Smith; ?Helena Buffery and published by Routledge. ISBNs for The Book of Deeds of James I of Aragon are 9781351893831, 1351893831 and the print ISBNs are 9781409401506, 1409401502. Additional ISBNs include 9780754603597, 9781315241036, 9781351893824, 9781351893848.