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The Archaeology of Weapons - Arms and Armour from Prehistory to the Age of. Condition is Like new. Sent with Australia Post Standard. My stepmother trained in traditional bookbinding practices at the British Museum in London, and her life’s work has been finding interesting books and rebinding them, with remarkable results, as the photos of this wonderful volume attests. Her bookbinding skills are very evident in this richly bound book, which would take pride of place on any library shelf. Whether you are looking for a one of a kind gift for that special someone, or simply wanting something special for your own library, you will not be disappointed! In The Archaeology of Weapons, Ewart Oakeshott traces the development of European arms in logical sequence, showing how changes were wrought by the use of new materials and the ever-shifting demands of war and fashion. This history begins nearly two hundred years before the Christian era, covering among other subjects the charioteers of the Near East, the Roman attitude to arms and the Bronze Age weapons of Europe. The core of the book, however, is the middle ages: a general survey of the institution of chivalry, an understanding of which is vital to the appreciation of all the arms of the high middle ages, is followed by a classification covering all sword types from about 1050 to 1500. Oakeshott draws on a variety of sources, from the archaeological evidence provided by existing weapons to the clues to be found in literature as diverse as the Old Testament, the works of Homer, Norse sagas and medieval romances. The symbolic importance of the sword is treated as an essential part of this lucid study and adds much to its archaeological interest. EWART OAKESHOTTis one of the world's leading authorities on the arms and armour of medieval Europe. His other works on the subject include Records of the Medieval Sword and The Sword in the Age of Chivalry.
hobby-coder9
Unfortunately the CD wasn’t with the book. I rang the seller who said that there was no CD with it and this was in the ad. But I didn’t see it. However, he seemed a nice person so I believe him, obviously an oversight on my part.
Ian Belleaud
The item arrived, well packaged and is as described. Have only initially flicked through the pages and was not disappointed. Can't wait to read it.
Hãns Hendērsoñ Kāløbå
Thank you! Very happy with purchase. Excellent seller. Great fast communication & shipping speed.