: Scholarly reviews in publications like the International Journal of Maritime History and Speculum have praised the book for its breadth and its ability to cross-reference historical and archaeological materials. Format and Availability
Originally published by Routledge in 2013, the book is available in several formats: Islands and Military Orders, c.1291-c.1798 - Routledge Islands.and.Military.Orders.epub
: While heavily focused on the Mediterranean (Malta, Cyprus, Rhodes), the text also explores connections in the Atlantic and other regions. : Scholarly reviews in publications like the International
: The book discusses the evolution of member classes—knight brethren, priest brethren, and sergeants—and how these roles functioned within the maritime context. isolated island outposts.
: It investigates how international institutions like the Knights Hospitaller (Knights of St. John) managed to operate from small, isolated island outposts.