{"product_id":"9788410196056","title":"FRONTIERSMEN IN THE RECONQUISTA","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFRONTEROS EN LA RECONQUISTA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelve into the first installment of the Fronteros Trilogy, a historical novel that chronicles the lives of the soldiers who defended the frontier during the Reconquista. César Muro Benayas rigorously reconstructs the military campaigns, alliances, and battles that forged the destiny of the Christian kingdoms against the Muslim advance. An essential work for lovers of historical fiction and tales of war and combat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe novel is set against the backdrop of the Spanish Reconquista, a period of centuries of conflict between the Christian kingdoms of the north and Muslim Al-Andalus. The plot focuses on the \"fronteros,\" the soldiers who lived and fought on the border line, a zone of constant tension and danger. Through their experiences, the author explores the harsh conditions of medieval warfare, military strategies, loyalty among comrades, and the complexity of a conflict where survival was the main objective. The story combines action, political intrigue, and a profound portrait of the society of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWar and combat in the Middle Ages: Strategies, tactics, and the reality of border warfare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eReconquista: Historical and political context of the expansion of the Christian kingdoms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLoyalty and brotherhood among soldiers: The bond forged on the battlefield.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSurvival on the frontier: The daily life of defenders in a hostile zone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eReligious and cultural conflict: The clash between the Christian and Muslim worlds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work is especially recommended for readers passionate about historical fiction, particularly the Spanish medieval period and the Reconquista. It will also be of great interest to those who enjoy war and combat novels with a realistic focus on military tactics and soldier life. It is ideal for those seeking an epic narrative that is rigorous in its historical context and fast-paced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA detailed and plausible immersion into the life of frontier soldiers during the Reconquista.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn action-packed plot that combines historical rigor with an exciting narrative.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe start of a trilogy that promises deep character and conflict development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA unique perspective on a key historical period of the Iberian Peninsula, far from clichés.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eData Sheet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Muro Benayas, César\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Edicion Punto Didot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e WAR AND COMBAT FICTION, HISTORICAL FICTION, HISTORY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e DIDOT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 426\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFRONTEROS EN LA RECONQUISTA presents itself as a solid and attractive offering for fans of military historical novels. César Muro Benayas demonstrates a strong knowledge of the period and succeeds in transporting the reader to the crudeness of border warfare. The pocket format and 426-page length make it a manageable book for an intense read. It is the beginning of a trilogy that promises to satisfy those looking for an epic and well-documented narrative about the Reconquista.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EDICION PUNTO DIDOT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405077930331,"sku":"9788410196056","price":22.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841019605.jpg?v=1781822594","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788410196056","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}