The Fall Of Constantinople

""The Fall of Constantinople: Being the Story of the Fourth Crusade"" is a historical account written by Edwin Pears in 1885. The book tells the story of the Fourth Crusade and the eventual fall of the Byzantine Empire's capital city, Constantinople, in 1204. Pears provides a detailed and comprehensive description of the events leading up to the siege of Constantinople, including the political and religious tensions that fueled the Crusade. He also explores the key players involved, including the Venetians, who played a major role in the Crusade, and the Byzantine Emperor Alexios III, who was overthrown during the siege. Pears' work is considered an important contribution to the study of medieval history, providing a valuable perspective on the complex political and religious landscape of the time. The book is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in the history of the Crusades and the Byzantine Empire.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.