084 BYZANTINE SOLDIER VS SELJUK WARRIOR: Manzikert to Myriokephalon, 1071-1176

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Investigates the Byzantine and Seljuk forces that fought in a series of battles with profound implications for the Middle East during the 11th and 12th centuries. Examines the fighting men on both sides as the Byzantine armies stabilized their Empire's eastern frontier, reclaiming control over the coastline, while the Seljuk forces tightened their grip in its interior. Placing the two sides' struggle in the wider political and military context, shows how this war of raid and counter-raid periodically flared up into full scale military commitments by both sides. Also analyses the battles of Manzikert (1071), Philomelion (1116), and Myriokephalon (1176). Contains color artwork plates and maps; black and white and color photographs and illustrations.