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100	1		_aLord, John, _d1810-1894
245	1	0	_aBeacon Lights of History, Volume 05: The Middle Ages
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2003
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2003-12-01
508			_aE-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Charlie Kirschner, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520			_a"Beacon Lights of History, Volume 05: The Middle Ages" by John Lord is a historical account likely composed during the late 19th century. This work delves into pivotal moments and figures from the Middle Ages, examining the profound influences they had on the course of history. In this volume, the author discusses key historical personalities such as Mohammed and Charlemagne, outlining their roles in shaping religious and political landscapes during this era. At the start of the book, Lord begins with an exploration of the life and influence of Mohammed, highlighting his emergence as a reformer in a society steeped in polytheism. The opening delves into Mohammed's early life, his convictions, and the opposition he faced as he spread the message of monotheism. It highlights the significant changes in perception about Mohammed over time, positioning him as a figure of moral fortitude rather than mere fanaticism. The analysis of Mohammed's philosophies and the eventual spread of Islam sets the stage for further discussions on figures like Charlemagne and other themes related to the Middle Ages, all of which will be explored in later sections of the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aHistory
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10531
999			_c51995 _d51995