Knives, Swords, and Bayonets: A World History of Edged Weapon Warfare (the full series)

by Martina Sprague

This book examines the history of edged weapons in Europe, Asia, Africa, the Americas, and the Middle East and surrounding areas before gunpowder increased the distance between combatants. It takes a critical look at the relationship between the soldier, his weapon, and the social and political mores of the times; examines the historical background and metallurgic science of the knife, sword, or bayonet respectively; and explores the handling characteristics...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1514214636
• ISBN13: 9781514214633
• Release Date: June 2015
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 540 Pages
• Weight: 1.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"