WARRIOR No 10 SARACEN FARIS AD 1050-1250

In the Middle East, not only were the 12th and 13th Centuries punctuated by European Crusades but, even more significantly, the mid-11th Century saw the invasion of the Saljuq Turks and the mid-13th Century witnessed a devastating Mongol assault. Crucial to the Middle Eastern forces involved was the professional cavalryman, known as a faris or 'horseman'. A faris' training was far more wide-ranging than that of a contemporary European knight, including the use of horse-archery and the ability to fight on foot as well as general horsemanship and the use of the lance and sword. David Nicolle's text presents a detailed view of these fascinating and versatile warriors. Contents: Introduction · Chronology · Origins and Recruitment · Training · Home and Barracks · Military Careers · On Campaign · Arms and Armou * Colour plates by Christa Hook.