The Templar Code for Dummies Contributor(s): Hodapp, Christopher (Author), Von Kannon, Alice (Author) |
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ISBN: 0470127651 ISBN-13: 9780470127650 Publisher: For Dummies OUR PRICE: $17.99 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: July 2007 Annotation: Follow the quest for the Holy Grail and its link to the Templars Explore the legends and lore of this powerful, influential society Did The Da Vinci Code leave you hungry for more details about the Knights Templar? This plain-English guide explains who these mysterious figures were, how they rose so high, and why they fell so far. You'll explore Christian theories that involved the order and discover the role they played in important events, such as the French Revolution and the Civil War. How Knights lived their lives What led to the demise of the order The Templars' relationship to other secret societies What became of the fabled Templar treasure Who the modern-day Templars are |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - History | Europe - Medieval - History | Military - Wars & Conflicts (other) - Religion | Christianity - History |
Dewey: 271.791 |
Series: For Dummies |
Physical Information: 0.83" H x 7.4" W x 9.2" (1.27 lbs) 384 pages |
Themes: - Chronological Period - Medieval (500-1453) - Religious Orientation - Christian - Cultural Region - Middle East |
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Publisher Description: A captivating look into the medieval (and modern day) society of the Knights Templar The Templar Code is more than an intriguing cipher or a mysterious symbol - it's the Code by which the Knights Templar lived and died, the Code that bound them together in secrecy, and the Code that inspired them to nearly superhuman feats of courage and endurance. If you know a little or a lot about the Templars, read The Da Vinci Code (or saw the movie), or are a Catholic wanting to know the church's official stance on the Templars, you're in the right place. The Templar Code For Dummies reveals the meaning behind the cryptic codes and secret rituals of the medieval brotherhood of warrior monks known as the Knights Templar. With this comprehensive and user-friendly guide, you'll learn:
You can learn about all of that and so much more, including sites where the Holy Grail might actually be, what you can't miss if you're sightseeing in Templar territory, and potential hiding places of Templar treasures. Get your copy of The Templar Code For Dummies to learn more about the fascinating history of this intriguing group of knights |