Cronache Catalane del Secolo XIII e XIV, Vol. 1

by Ramón Muntaner

This book provides an unforgettable look into the 13th-14th century political and cultural context for the Mediterranean region via the memoirs of a real-life military man disillusioned by the politics of his day. Raimondo Muntaner's firsthand account offers a depth of understanding of the major players and events of his time. Through his compelling account, the motivations of Aragon's King James I and the policies of his son, Peter III, come to life, providing the reader with a vivid picture of the challenges of medieval European governance. The author's detailed narrative of the wars and battles he personally fought in, such as the 1285 invasion of France and the conquest of Sicily, are indispensable for understanding the military history of this period. His perspective as a soldier dissatisfied with the status quo offers insightful commentary on the social, political, and economic problems that plagued the Mediterranean during this fascinating era.

675 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2011

About the author

Ramon Muntaner (Peralada, Alt Empordà, 1265 – Vila d'Eivissa, 1336) fou un militar, administrador, polític i cronista català, ciutadà de València i ciutadà de Mallorca. Eminentment conegut per ser el redactor d'una de les quatre grans cròniques, visqué de primera mà diverses gestes militars dels reis d'Aragó. També fou camarlenc de Jaume III de Mallorca, batlle d'Eivissa i capità d'almogàvers.

Reviews

[Hayley Shaver]

This is a very good though sometimes wordy story of the lords of the empire the Hispanic people once had. Ramon Muntaner, the author, participated in a lot of the battles and happenings put down in this volume. I highly recommend it. Go to here http://www.yorku.ca/inpar/muntaner_go...
for the pdf version. It is free.

[Joan Pujolar]

Genial.