Longbow
a social and military history
$81.15
- Paperback
- Release Date
31 October 2024
Summary
The Longbow: A History of Archery, Warfare, and Legend
“Longbow”, beautifully illustrated in both colour and black and white, is a compelling story and a major contribution to the history of archery.
Robert Hardy, renowned actor and acknowledged expert on the longbow, meticulously researches and reveals the longbow’s history:
- Ancient Origins: Discover the earliest known examples of the longbow, used worldwide at least 8,000 years ago.
- …
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781803998022 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1803998024 |
| Author: | Robert Hardy |
| Publisher: | The History Press Ltd |
| Imprint: | The History Press Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Release Date: | 31 October 2024 |
| Weight: | 428g |
| Dimensions: | 234mm x 156mm |
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Critics Review
‘The longbow’s story is, in large part, England’s story, and Robert Hardy tells it wonderfully.’
– Bernard CornwellAbout The Author
Robert Hardy
ROBERT HARDY is famous for appearing in All Creatures Great and Small and the Harry Potter films. Away from acting, he is an acknowledged expert on archery. He is a Trustee of the Royal Armouries at HM Tower of London and of the Mary Rose Trust and is the author of The Great Warbow (with Matthew Strickland).
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