GORDON NAPIER is a writer and artist with a particular interest in the culture and history of the Middle Ages. He graduated with a BA (Honours) in History and Art from University College, Worcester, and has an MA in Crusader Studies from Royal Holloway College, University of London. His previous book, The Rise and Fall of the Knights Templar, was published by Spellmount in 2007. He has also published articles in Templar History Magazine, Canada.