Pictorial History of the Sword: A detailed account of the development of swords, sabres, spears and lances illustrated with over 230 photographs and images - Softcover
This book traces the fascinating history of swords, spears and lances through to the 21st century. From their Palaeolithic origins and the appearance of the first swords in Bronze Age Europe and Mesopotamia, it describes how the weapons carved out some of the greatest civilizations in the world.
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Harvey J S Withers has held a lifelong passion for historical weapons and for many years has been a successful dealer in antique military swords. He is the author of British Military swords 1786-1912: The Regulation Patters (Studio Jupiter Military Publishing), World Swords 1400-1945 (Studio Jupiter Military Publishing) and The Scottish Sword 1600-1945 (Paladin Press).
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- PublisherSouthwater
- Publication date2010
- ISBN 10 1844768392
- ISBN 13 9781844768394
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages96
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Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. This title presents a detailed account of the development of swords, sabres, spears and lances illustrated with over 230 photographs and images. It provides a fascinating history of edged weapons, written by a leading antique sword expert and lavishly illustrated with over 230 images. It includes information on Japanese, Chinese, African and Indian swords as well as covering in detail the development of the weapon in Western Europe. It contains descriptions of the fighting techniques of some of the most skilful warriors of their time, including the hoplite spearmen of ancient Greece, Roman gladiators, and the Japanese Samurai. It is a superb reference work for military historians, curators, and all enthusiasts of edged weaponry of every period. This book traces the fascinating history of swords, spears and lances through to the 21st century. From their Palaeolithic origins and the appearance of the first swords in Bronze Age Europe and Mesopotamia, it describes how the weapons carved out some of the greatest civilizations in the world.With special sections on the sword in Japanese, Chinese, African and Indian cultures as well as an examination of the American sword and Naval swords, this book presents a broad-ranging work on swords throughout world history, and forms an indispensable resource for the keen collector and enthusiast. This book traces the fascinating history of swords, spears and lances through to the 21st century. From their Palaeolithic origins and the appearance of the first swords in Bronze Age Europe and Mesopotamia, it describes how the weapons carved out some of the greatest civilizations in the world. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781844768394
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Book Description Condition: New. 2010. New edition. Paperback. Traces the history of swords, spears and lances through to the 21st century. From their Palaeolithic origins and the appearance of the first swords in Bronze Age Europe and Mesopotamia, this book describes how the weapons carved out some of the greatest civilizations in the world. Num Pages: 96 pages, over 230 colour photos & illustrations. BIC Classification: HBW; JWM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 293 x 230 x 7. Weight in Grams: 518. 96 pages, over 230 colour photos & illustrations. Traces the history of swords, spears and lances through to the 21st century. From their Palaeolithic origins and the appearance of the first swords in Bronze Age Europe and Mesopotamia, this book describes how the weapons carved out some of the greatest civilizations in the world. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: HBW; JWM. Dimension: 293 x 230 x 7. Weight: 518. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. Seller Inventory # V9781844768394
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Book Description Condition: New. 2010. New edition. Paperback. Traces the history of swords, spears and lances through to the 21st century. From their Palaeolithic origins and the appearance of the first swords in Bronze Age Europe and Mesopotamia, this book describes how the weapons carved out some of the greatest civilizations in the world. Num Pages: 96 pages, over 230 colour photos & illustrations. BIC Classification: HBW; JWM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 293 x 230 x 7. Weight in Grams: 518. 96 pages, over 230 colour photos & illustrations. Traces the history of swords, spears and lances through to the 21st century. From their Palaeolithic origins and the appearance of the first swords in Bronze Age Europe and Mesopotamia, this book describes how the weapons carved out some of the greatest civilizations in the world. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: HBW; JWM. Dimension: 293 x 230 x 7. Weight: 518. . . . . . Seller Inventory # V9781844768394
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Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. This title presents a detailed account of the development of swords, sabres, spears and lances illustrated with over 230 photographs and images. It provides a fascinating history of edged weapons, written by a leading antique sword expert and lavishly illustrated with over 230 images. It includes information on Japanese, Chinese, African and Indian swords as well as covering in detail the development of the weapon in Western Europe. It contains descriptions of the fighting techniques of some of the most skilful warriors of their time, including the hoplite spearmen of ancient Greece, Roman gladiators, and the Japanese Samurai. It is a superb reference work for military historians, curators, and all enthusiasts of edged weaponry of every period. This book traces the fascinating history of swords, spears and lances through to the 21st century. From their Palaeolithic origins and the appearance of the first swords in Bronze Age Europe and Mesopotamia, it describes how the weapons carved out some of the greatest civilizations in the world.With special sections on the sword in Japanese, Chinese, African and Indian cultures as well as an examination of the American sword and Naval swords, this book presents a broad-ranging work on swords throughout world history, and forms an indispensable resource for the keen collector and enthusiast. This book traces the fascinating history of swords, spears and lances through to the 21st century. From their Palaeolithic origins and the appearance of the first swords in Bronze Age Europe and Mesopotamia, it describes how the weapons carved out some of the greatest civilizations in the world. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781844768394
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