Explore the collapse of the Georgian Golden Age and a turning point in Georgia’s medieval history, drawing on historical chronicles and scholarship on the Caucasus. Sources and further reading Donald Rayfield, Edge of Empires Hayton of Corycus Christoph Baumer, History of the…
Explore the gripping saga of Queen Rusudan of Georgia as she navigates a tumultuous world stage. Delve into Donald Rayfield's analysis in Edge of Empires and Christoph Baumer's History of the Caucasus. The episode also references the works like The Georgian Chronicles and…
Explore the legacy of Queen Isabella of Armenia and the concluding chapter of the Rubenid dynasty. Delve into the lives of notable figures like Vahram of Edessa, Hayton of Corycus, and Sempad the Constable. Discover how the Cilician Armenians integrated with the Latins during…
Explore the Mongol conquest and its effects on the Georgian Empire. Dive into resources such as Donald Rayfield's insights, the works of Hayton of Corycus, and Christoph Baumer's 'History of the Caucasus'. Discover narratives from The Georgian Chronicles and the writings of…
Explore the misunderstood legacy of King George, who played a pivotal role when his presence was most needed. Examine the historical context and significance of his reign. Key References: Edge of Empires by Donald Rayfield Hayton of Corycus History of the Caucasus by Christoph…
Explore the illustrious reign of Leo the Magnificent, the most celebrated king of Armenian Cilicia. Delve into historical accounts by Vahram of Edessa, Sempad the Constable, and Jacob G. Ghazarian's analysis in 'The Armenian Kingdom in Cilicia during the Crusades.' Learn about…
Discover the gripping tale of King Leo, Prince Ruben, and Bohemond's relentless battles in the quest for Crusader Antioch. Leo the Magnficat Sources: Vahram of Edessa Sempad the Constable Ghazarian, Jacob G. The Armenian Kingdom in Cilicia during the Crusades: The Integration of…
Explore the legacy of Queen Tamar, often hailed as history's greatest queen, during Georgia's Golden Age. Delve into the edge of empires with scholars like Donald Rayfield and Stephen H. Rapp in their insightful works. Antony Eastmond's study on gender and orientalism offers a…
