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A review by aoosterwyk
Templar by Jordan Mechner
4.0
This was an interesting look at the Crusades and knights Templar from inside. It truly read like a story, not a history lesson, although the author definitely did his research. There are source notes at the end, and I plan to look for them at the library.
The knights are presented as human with failings and moments of heroism. Greed is a major theme, with the cost of the Crusade putting the squeeze on everyone and the Templar's treasure seen as a plum to be plucked by those in power.
The art has a pleasant neutral to dark palette, and the frames are not too wordy, keeping the focus on the visual.
Great concept, and execution.
The knights are presented as human with failings and moments of heroism. Greed is a major theme, with the cost of the Crusade putting the squeeze on everyone and the Templar's treasure seen as a plum to be plucked by those in power.
The art has a pleasant neutral to dark palette, and the frames are not too wordy, keeping the focus on the visual.
Great concept, and execution.