Sir John Hawkwood Story Of A Condottiere

Sir John Hawkwood: Story Of A Condottiere is a biography of one of the most famous military leaders of the 14th century, written by John Temple-Leader. The book delves into the life and times of Sir John Hawkwood, an English mercenary who rose to fame as a condottiere (a leader of mercenary soldiers) in Italy during the late Middle Ages. The book explores Hawkwood's early life in England, his military career in France, and his eventual move to Italy where he became a key figure in the complex political and military landscape of the time. The author provides a detailed account of Hawkwood's military campaigns, including his famous victory at the Battle of Castagnaro, and his alliances with various Italian city-states and rulers. In addition to his military exploits, the book also examines Hawkwood's personal life and his relationships with his family and fellow soldiers. The author offers insights into the motivations and mindset of a successful condottiere, shedding light on the complex political and social forces that drove the mercenary armies of the time. Overall, Sir John Hawkwood: Story Of A Condottiere is a fascinating and informative biography of a legendary military leader, offering a compelling portrait of a pivotal period in European history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.