Note 344 — BOOK VIII.

I cannot attach much consequence to the silence of the Arabian writers on this subject, neither can I think, with our author, such a rencontre so improbable in such a mêlée. The principal argument against it is, that Saladin survived the battle. Richard was at least twelve years younger than Saladin, and in the full vigour of a large, powerful frame, whilst Saladin was weakened by toil and disease.—Trans.