Steven Runciman quotes

Steven Runciman was a British historian renowned for his works on the history of the Crusades and Byzantine Empire. His books, especially "A History of the Crusades," are considered classics and have influenced generations of scholars. He became widely respected for his elegant narrative style and deep insight into medieval history. Here are 3 of his quotes:

I believe that the supreme duty of the historian is to write history, that is to say, to attempt to record in one sweeping sequence the greater events and movements that have swayed the destinies of man.

Steven Runciman

Unlike Christianity, which preached a peace that it never achieved, Islam unashamedly came with a sword.

Steven Runciman