--- product_id: 19619639 title: "The Shield and the Sword" brand: "ernle bradford" price: "176 zł" currency: PLN in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 url: https://www.desertcart.pl/products/19619639-the-shield-and-the-sword store_origin: PL region: Poland --- # The Shield and the Sword **Brand:** ernle bradford **Price:** 176 zł **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Shield and the Sword by ernle bradford - **How much does it cost?** 176 zł with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pl](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/19619639-the-shield-and-the-sword) ## Best For - ernle bradford enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ernle bradford brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The Shield and the Sword ## Images ![The Shield and the Sword - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61ZjKwnH1hL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best history books I've read *by G***E on Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2023* As a history major in college, I can say this is one of the best history books I've read. This surpasses other books I've read on the subject. It is engaging from the very beginning, highly informative and yes, even exciting. Bravo to the knights of the Order of St. John who so long ago triumphed over numerous invasions in spite of long odds. I'm also impressed by the humanitarian work the Order continues to do throughout the world. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars The Most Famous Monastic Military Order, Done well. *by H***E on Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2017* This well done chronology simplifies the history of the only existing medieval military monastic order. Midway into the book Bradford makes very clear the transition the Knights of St. John made with The Rhodian Siege of 1522 resulting into their forced displacement to Malta at the instigation of Suleiman the Magnificent. Following this event he provides one of the best and concise accounts of the “Siege of Malta” in 1565, however, without maps of the island and Turkish force movements the unacquainted will have difficulty appreciating this great story. Having been several times to Malta and Gozo I am just starting to understand the siege on the multiple fortifications and am amazed at the conflict and its outcome. The splendor of the city of Valetta today is the direct result of the Turkish assault of 1565.Although much of Bradford's book is common knowledge for the medieval historian it is easy to read, comprehend, and very concise. However, as one reads the text many editorial errors appear especially on page 47 which become annoying. The text has no illustrations or maps which is inconvenient and hampers the understanding of the reader, especially for the reader who has not been to the places mentioned. However, the appendices in the back of the text are very helpful and particularly the military glossary is much appreciated.This is a very inspiring book of an organization originally created to minister to the infirmity of humanity that continues to this day. Its added militarization in the 12th century provides for a wonderful intriguing and unique story. This would be a more effective work with the incorporation of illustrations and I would readily volunteer to do such in a new edition. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent summary history of the Order *by N***I on Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2019* Bradford’s work is an excellent primer on the history of the Sovereign Military and Hospitaller Order of St. John of Jerusalem, of Rhodes, and of Malta. It is concise, well-written, well-researched with many quotes from other histories of the Order, engaging, easy to read and never boring (as many older works of history often tend to be), and neither hagiographic nor disparaging. I wish the author was still alive to write more such works. Requiescat in pace. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pl/products/19619639-the-shield-and-the-sword](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/19619639-the-shield-and-the-sword) --- *Product available on Desertcart Poland* *Store origin: PL* *Last updated: 2026-05-09*