In this account of the most famous military order of the Middle Ages, The Templars, Piers Paul Read vividly relates the story of the Poor Knights of the Temple of Solomon, a.k.a. the Knights Templar. Starting from their the almost obscure beginnings, Mr. Read sets the stage for their rise as one of the major players in the military and political history of Europe and the Middle East, and their eventual persecution and termination at the hands of their fellow Christians.

Mr. Read's historical narrative is well organized, open-minded, and entertaining. This book is a great place to start if you are just discovering the Templars, or, if you're already familiar with their story, you'll appreciate Mr. Read's refreshing approach on the subject.

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