The Templars: The Rise and Spectacular Fall of God’s Holy Warriors by Dan Jones is a captivating historical account of the Knights Templars. The book covers the rise of the Templars, starting with their origins in the twelfth century as a group of nine knights who pledged to protect Christian pilgrims to Jerusalem. It explores their transformation into a powerful and wealthy military order known for their military strength and new financial system. The narrative also explores the Templar's significant role in the Crusades, their complex relationship with Christian and Muslim powers, and their eventual downfall in the early fourteenth century.

ISBN: 9780143108962