Life Of The Renowned Peter D'Aubusson: Grand Master Of Rhodes (1679)

The Life of the Renowned Peter D'Aubusson: Grand Master of Rhodes is a biographical work written by Dominique Bouhours in 1679. The book tells the story of Peter D'Aubusson, a French knight who served as the Grand Master of the Knights Hospitaller in Rhodes during the 15th century. The book explores D'Aubusson's life, from his birth in 1423 to his death in 1503, and his achievements as a military leader and diplomat. D'Aubusson is credited with successfully defending Rhodes against the Ottoman Empire during the Siege of Rhodes in 1480, and the book details his strategies and tactics during this battle. Bouhours also delves into D'Aubusson's personal life, including his relationships with other members of the Knights Hospitaller and his devotion to the Catholic Church. The book provides a vivid portrait of the political and social climate of the time, and offers insights into the role of the Knights Hospitaller in the Mediterranean region during the late Middle Ages. Overall, The Life of the Renowned Peter D'Aubusson: Grand Master of Rhodes is a fascinating historical account of a significant figure in European history, and offers readers a glimpse into the world of the Knights Hospitaller during a tumultuous period of conflict and change.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.