Jean Mesqui et Maxime Goepp, Le Crac des chevaliers. Histoire et architecture. Paris, Académie des Inscriptions et Belles-Lettres, 2018 (Collection Mémoires de l’Académie des Inscriptions et Belles-Lettres, 54). 462 pages, 890 illustrations.

Crac des Chevaliers, a fortress of immense historical and architectural significance, stands as a testament to the Frankish military presence in the Levant. This 462-page monograph by Jean Mesqui and Maxime Goepp delves deeply into its history and architecture, offering a comprehensive analysis that blends archaeological findings with medieval studies. The book highlights the fortress's dual perception—admired by Lawrence of Arabia as 'the most beautiful castle in the world' yet seen as an obstacle by Muslim chroniclers like Ibn al-Athîr. Through meticulous research and 890 illustrations, it provides a nuanced understanding of Crac des Chevaliers' role during the Crusades, its strategic importance, and its enduring legacy.

Hupin, É. (2024). Jean Mesqui et Maxime Goepp, Le Crac des chevaliers. Histoire et architecture. Paris, Académie des Inscriptions et Belles-Lettres, 2018 (Collection Mémoires de l’Académie des Inscriptions et Belles-Lettres, 54). 462 pages, 890 illustrations. Memini, 30. https://doi.org/10.4000/130wr