The Age of Chivalry - Thomas Bulfinch - Books - Independently Published - 9798712148721 - February 21, 2021
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The Age of Chivalry

Thomas Bulfinch

The Age of Chivalry

"The resplendent image of the medieval knight is symbolised by his sword, a lethal weapon on the battlefield and a badge of chivalry in that complex social code. Ewart Oakeshott draws on his extensive research to recount the history of the sword from the knightly successors of the Viking weapon to the emergence of the Renaissance sword - roughly from 1050 to 1550. Evidence for dating is adduced from literature and art as well as from archaeology, and a detailed chronological typology of swords is developed, based on entire swords, pommel-forms, cross-guards, and the grip and scabbard. With clear illustrations and invaluable photographic plates The Sword in the Age of Chivalry offers first-class reference material for all weapons enthusiasts. The late EWART OAKESHOTT was an authority on the arms and armour of medieval Europe. His other books include Records of the Medieval Sword and The Archaeology of Weapons."

Media Books     Paperback Book   (Book with soft cover and glued back)
Released February 21, 2021
ISBN13 9798712148721
Publishers Independently Published
Pages 496
Dimensions 140 × 216 × 25 mm   ·   566 g
Language English  

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