{ "item_title" : "The Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem", "item_author" : [" W. K. R. Bedford", "Richard Holbeche "], "item_description" : "The Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem by W. K. R. Bedford is a comprehensive book that explores the history and legacy of the Order of St. John. The book delves into the origins of the order, tracing its roots back to the 11th century when it was founded as a hospital for pilgrims in Jerusalem.The author provides an in-depth analysis of the order's evolution over the centuries, including its involvement in the Crusades, its role in the establishment of the Knights Hospitaller, and its eventual transformation into a military order. The book also examines the order's impact on European society, particularly its influence on the development of chivalry and the concept of the knightly ideal.The author draws on a wide range of sources, including primary documents, historical accounts, and archaeological evidence, to provide a detailed and engaging narrative of the order's history. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an excellent resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the history of the Knights of St. John.1902. Being a history of the English hospitallers of St. John, their rise and progress. Contents: foundation of the Order; Cyprus and Rhodes; the Order in England; Malta and the great siege; Grand Masters of Malta; English revival; ambulance movement; Charter of the English Order; ophthalmic hospital in Jerusalem; St. John ambulance brigade and its services. Richly illustrated.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.", "item_img_path" : "https://covers4.booksamillion.com/covers/bam/1/16/258/941/1162589418_b.jpg", "price_data" : { "retail_price" : "30.95", "online_price" : "30.95", "our_price" : "30.95", "club_price" : "30.95", "savings_pct" : "0", "savings_amt" : "0.00", "club_savings_pct" : "0", "club_savings_amt" : "0.00", "discount_pct" : "10", "store_price" : "" } }

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