The Rise & Fall of the Mounted Knight

An "extraordinary and unreservedly recommended" history of the medieval knight and his horse (Midwest Book Review).

The medieval mounted knight was a fearsome weapon of war, captivating and horrifying in equal measure, they are a continuing source of fascination. They have been both held up as a paragon of chivalry, whilst often being condemned as oppressive and violent. Occupying a unique place in history, knights on their warhorses are an enigma hidden behind their metal armour, and seemin...