Swords and Sabres, The World Encyclopedia of
An authoritative history and visual directory of edged weapons from around the world, shown in more than 800 outstanding photographs.
$53.57
- Hardcover
256 pages
- Release Date
30 June 2025
Summary
This beautifully presented book traces the history of swords, sabres, spears, and lances from Paleolithic origins to the twentieth-century demise of the sword as a military weapon. Focusing on eras of historical and military significance, such as the Napoleonic Wars and the American Civil War, the author describes how the development of edged weapons brutally shaped some of our greatest civilizations.
At the heart of the book is a wide-ranging and fully illustrated directory, featurin…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780754835974 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0754835979 |
| Author: | Harvey Withers |
| Publisher: | Anness Publishing |
| Imprint: | Lorenz Books |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 256 |
| Release Date: | 30 June 2025 |
| Weight: | 1.36kg |
| Dimensions: | 29mm x 290mm x 227mm |
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About The Author
Harvey Withers
Harvey J S Withers has held a lifelong passion for sharp-edged 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 Patterns and World Swords 1400–1945.
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