{"title":"Bernard F. Reilly","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the intricate tapestry of medieval history through the meticulously researched works of Bernard F. Reilly. Esteemed for his deep dive into the fascinating epoch of the Iberian Peninsula, Reilly brings to life the dynamic interactions between Christian and Muslim forces during a pivotal era. His works, particularly \u003cem\u003eThe Contest of Christian and Muslim Spain 1031 - 1157\u003c\/em\u003e, provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the cultural, political, and military landscapes of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReilly's engaging narrative style and attention to detail make his books a vital resource for history enthusiasts and scholars alike. As you explore this collection, expect to be transported back to a world of alliances, conflicts, and the enduring quest for dominance, which helped shape the modern face of Spain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a seasoned history buff or just beginning your journey into medieval studies, Bernard F. Reilly's works offer an educational and thoroughly compelling look at a significant period in European history.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-contest-of-christian-and-muslim-spain-1031-1157-by-bernard-f-reilly-9780631199649","title":"The Contest of Christian and Muslim Spain 1031 - 1157","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Contest of Christian and Muslim Spain 1031 - 1157\u003c\/em\u003e is the first account of the period to consider both Christian and Muslim Spain. The author discusses the various societies, cultures, and governments of Muslim and Christian Iberia during the centuries of their critical confrontation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeginning with the disintegration of the caliphate at Cordoba in the early eleventh century, the book traces the decline of the Muslim taifa states, describing and explaining their conquest first by the Murabit, and then the Muwahhid fundamentalist Muslim empires of North Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBernard Reilly details the rising Christian kingdoms of Leon-Castilla, Aragon, Barcelona, and Portugal, illustrating how they were engaged in a struggle on several fronts. As these kingdoms vied with one another for control of the old Islamic stronghold of the centre and north, they were also in continuous conflict with the Murabit and Muwahhid rulers, while striving to come to terms with the French, the Papacy, and the Italian maritime powers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000773689580,"sku":"9780631199649","price":90.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19871013482412.jpg?v=1763303614"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/bernard-f-reilly.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}