The Book of the Sword by Sir Richard F. Burton
Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2010 5:35 am
The Book of the Sword: With 293 Illustrations (Paperback)
~ Sir Richard F. Burton (Author)
Eloquent, exceptionally erudite history of the "Queen of Weapons." Traces sword’s origin—from prehistory to its full growth during early Roman Empire. Discusses earliest weapons of stone, bone, horn and wood as well as variations: sabre, broadsword, cutlass, scimitar and more. Enhanced by nearly 300 excellent line drawings.
# Paperback: 336 pages
# Publisher: Dover Publications
# Language: English
# ISBN-10: 0486254348
# Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.2 x 0.7 inches
# Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces
$5.75
~ Sir Richard F. Burton (Author)
Eloquent, exceptionally erudite history of the "Queen of Weapons." Traces sword’s origin—from prehistory to its full growth during early Roman Empire. Discusses earliest weapons of stone, bone, horn and wood as well as variations: sabre, broadsword, cutlass, scimitar and more. Enhanced by nearly 300 excellent line drawings.
# Paperback: 336 pages
# Publisher: Dover Publications
# Language: English
# ISBN-10: 0486254348
# Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.2 x 0.7 inches
# Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces
$5.75
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