Oxford History of Crusades Book

While the book is comprehensive in a wide variety of aspects surrounding the Crusades, it disappointed me in that it actually didn't discuss in any detail the actual battles that occurred. Instead, it provides a wealth of information regarding the Crusades' orgins, artwork, organization, politics, military orders and more. Sadly -- and inexplicably -- the actual battles are rarely even mentioned, let along discussed in detail.

So, while I learned quite a bit, I was left wanting in terms of the actual battles and outcomes. Sad.