This fascinating study, the only book devoted exclusively to the crossbow, traces its use as a military and sporting weapon as well as its construction and management in medieval and modern times. The work also covers such related weapons as the balista, catapult, Turkish bow, and more. Over 240 illustrations. Reprint of the Longman's Green, London, 1903 edition.
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The Book of the Sword: With 293 Illustrations by Sir Richard F. Burton Eloquent, erudite history of the sword from prehistory to early Roman Empire. Evolution and development of early swords, variations — sabre, broadsword, cutlass, scimitar, much more.
Medieval Arms and Armor: A Pictorial Archive by J. H. von Hefner-Alteneck Richly detailed images of authentic shields, swords, crossbows, helmets, and ornate suits of body armor for knights and their steeds. Descriptive notes. 100 black-and-white illustrations.
Old Sword Play: Techniques of the Great Masters by Alfred Hutton Diagrams and detailed instruction in the use of the two-hand sword, rapier and dagger, broadsword and buckler, rapier and cloak, and dagger and cloak. For sword-play enthusiasts and anyone interested in self-defense.
The Illustrated Book of Knights by Jack Coggins A celebration of all things chivalrous, this fascinating book features 127 colorful pictures of heroic knights, plus captivating true tales of Richard the Lionheart and the legends of Camelot.
Castles: Their Construction and History by Sidney Toy Concise, scholarly survey traces castle development from ancient roots. Nearly 200 photographs and drawings illustrate moats, keeps, baileys, many other features. Caernarvon, Dover castles, Hadrian's Wall, Tower of London, more. 199 black-and-white illustrations.
Schools and Masters of Fencing: From the Middle Ages to the Eighteenth Century by Egerton Castle The definitive work on fencing history and the art swordsmanship traces the sport from its rough beginnings to its latter-day refinement, focusing primarily on the 16th-century development of the rapier and its popularity in Italy.
Swords and Daggers: An Illustrated Handbook by Eduard Wagner Indispensable reference traces development of hand weapons from ancient times to the 20th century — from 3,000-year-old bronze swords to a short saber with a double curved blade used in World War I. 253 black-and-white illustrations.
Highlights from a magnificent three-volume survey of 9th- to 15th-century arms and armor feature 71 full-color and 7 black-and-white engravings in a panorama of paladins and their weapons.
Cold Steel: The Art of Fencing with the Sabre by Alfred Hutton, Ramon Martinez This 1889 classic by a pioneer of modern fencing offers both technical and historical views of the art of the sabre. Topics include a variety of different strokes and parries, and associated weapons. 55 illustrations.
The Sword Through the Centuries by Alfred Hutton Engrossing survey details the uses of such weapons as the two-hand sword, the rapier and its auxiliaries, dagger and small sword, broadsword, duelling sword, and sabre. 48 black-and-white illustrations.
The History of Chivalry and Armour: With 60 Full-Color Plates by Dr. F. Kottenkamp An incomparable study of the origins, codes, practices, and weaponry of knighthood. Engravings detailing pikes, crossbows, swords, daggers, siege towers, armor, and more have been reproduced from a rare 19th-century masterpiece.
Doré's Knights and Medieval Adventure by Gustave Doré, Jeff A. Menges This original collection assembles 86 of Doré's best depictions of knights and their adventures from Idylls of the King,Don Quixote, Orlando Furioso, Michaud's History of the Crusades, Rabelais, and other sources.
Life and Work in Medieval Europe by P. Boissonade Erudite yet readable work traces the economic evolution of Europe from 5th to 15th century. Focusing on working people, it covers breakup of feudal estates, development of small craft and large capitalist industries, and more.
Life in a Medieval Castle and Village Coloring Book by John Green Forty-two realistically detailed drawings ranging from scenes of everyday life in castle, village, monastery, and countryside, to dramatic and colorful portrayals of tournaments, castle sieges, banquets, battles, fairs, and more.
Medieval and Renaissance Fashion: 90 Full-Color Plates by Raphaël Jacquemin Drawn from the Louvre and other prestigious collections, these illustrations by a noteworthy 19th century fashion historian form a gallery of iconic portraits, featuring soldiers, nobles, and commons in their finest apparel.
Medieval Costume and Fashion by Herbert Norris Meticulously researched text and nearly 700 illustrations depict wide range of apparel — from fur-trimmed cloaks and brocaded robes worn by courtiers and the nobility to simpler mantles, tunics, gowns, and more.
Medieval Costume, Armour and Weapons by Eduard Wagner, Zoroslava Drobná, Jan Durdík Over 400 accurate royalty-free illustrations depict items ranging from simple peasant tunics and robes to battle equipment and armor of warriors and fur-lined cloaks and brocaded garments of the aristocracy.
Medieval Illustrations CD-ROM and Book by Dover Richly detailed treasury of 424 black-and-white designs and illustrations: human figures, walled cities, fanciful beasts, turreted castles, heraldic designs, knights in armor, much more. A virtually inexhaustible sourcebook of authentic medieval art and ornament.
Medieval Jousts and Tournaments by John Green All the thrills, spectacle, and excitement of tournament life in 43 realistic drawings: a free-for-all on an open battlefield, a dying knight receiving last rites, much more.
Medieval Knights, Armor and Weapons CD-ROM and Book by Dr. F. Kottenkamp Skillfully reproduced from a rare 19th-century masterpiece, this collection features 181 hand-colored engravings of warriors on horseback as well as an assortment of lances, spears, mobile siege towers, and armor.
Medieval Life and People CD-ROM and Book by Paul Lacroix, Carol Belanger Grafton A panorama of medieval life, this compilation of 283 black-and-white illustrations offers lively, authentic renderings of the costumes, celebrations, ceremonies, and pastimes of nobles, knights, serfs, and beggars.
Medieval Ornament: 950 Illustrations by Karl Alexander von Heideloff Pictorial archive of precisely detailed engravings of architectural elements — doors, windows, moldings, statuary, decorative stonework, columns, pedestals, rosettes and more — mostly from German Gothic churches.
Medieval Ornament and Design by Jules Gailhabaud Encompassing a broad range of architectural styles and elements, this impressive sourcebook contains 200 striking illustrations — from decorative panels and gawking gargoyles to exquisite stained glass and ironwork designs.
The Medieval Tournament by R. Coltman Clephan A superb history of English and European tournaments. Topics include Arthurian and other round tables, body armor, chain mail, plate armor, royal jousts, the tilt, trial by combat, much more. 24 illustrations. Bibliography. Index.
The Medieval Village by G. G. Coulton Exceptionally well-documented vivid study of serfdom, manorial customs, abbeys, village discipline, peasant revolts, justice, religious education, tithing, much more. Illustrated. "...a remarkable book..."—Times (London) Literary Supplement.
Renaissance and Medieval Costume by Camille Bonnard This illustrated study displays a detailed gallery of costumes worn in the 11th through the 15th centuries. The 120 full-color plates exhibit apparel worn by nobility, knights, soldiers, the bourgeois, ecclesiastics, and citizens of all classes.
Treasury of Medieval Illustrations by Paul Lacroix, Carol Belanger Grafton The realms and reveries of the Middle Ages unfold in more than 750 black-and-white illustrations. Includes magnificent renderings of warriors, scholars, musicians, architecture, business and recreation, mythical legends, and more.
Castles and Warfare in the Middle Ages by Eugene-Emmanuel Viollet-le-Duc, M. Macdermott Profusely illustrated, detailed descriptions of dungeons, keeps, battlements, and drawbridges, plus artillery, trenches, battering rams, more. "Will enthrall anyone interested in architecture, military, or medieval history." — History in Review.
Castles CD-ROM and Book by Dover These 338 dramatic black-and-white illustrations depict England's Windsor Castle, France's Mont St. Michel, and other majestic structures from Ireland, Switzerland, Italy, and elsewhere, plus a selection of fairy-tale castles.
Castles of the Western World: With 240 Illustrations by Armin Tuulse Exhaustive, painstakingly researched study of more than 200 ancient structures — from temples, palaces, and walls of ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome, to lavish palaces built in Italy, France, England, Germany, Austria, and Scandinavia.
Castles of the World Coloring Book by A. G. Smith Detailed drawings of 31 world-famous castles: Windsor, Edinburgh, Caernarvon, Krak des Chevaliers, Neuschwanstein, Pierrefonds, more. Captions.
Full-Color Knights and Armour CD-ROM and Book by Samuel Rush Meyrick Focusing mainly on England, these illuminated engravings range from the 9th through the 15th centuries. Bursting with color and detail, 98 plates include Norman knights and archers, Richard the First, numerous Earls, war horses, and weaponry.
A Short History of Costume & Armour: Two Volumes Bound as One by Francis M. Kelly, Randolph Schwabe Meticulously researched, well-illustrated history of fashion covers 800 years of style: civilian and military clothing of English upper classes for both sexes, 11th–19th centuries, plus accessories. 342 black-and-white illustrations.
Arms and Armor: A Pictorial Archive from Nineteenth-Century Sources by Carol Belanger Grafton Over 750 detailed, high-quality illustrations from rare 19th-century sources: suits of armor, chain mail, swords, helmets, knives, crossbows and other implements, along with scenes of battle, soldiers, horses, artillery and more.
Arms and Armor CD-ROM and Book by Dover Extensive archive features illustrations of offensive and defensive weapons of battle, including a vast array of armor, chain mail, swords, spears, pikes, lances, crossbows, axes, daggers, helmets, shields, and other ancient implements. 366 black-and-white illustrations.
Knight in Armor Sticker Soldier by A. G. Smith One handsome paper soldier, accompanied by historically accurate suits of armor for a German knight (ca. 1250), an Italian knight (ca. 1450), 2 others.
Knights and Armor Coloring Book by A. G. Smith Historically accurate renderings of Vikings, Italian Condottiere, Spanish foot-soldiers, and luminaries such as Richard the Lion-Hearted document the evolution and development of personal armor and weapons through the centuries. 42 plates.
Knights in Armor Fun Kit by Dover Knights in Armor Stained Glass Coloring Book, Knights and Armor Coloring Book, Knight in Armor Sticker Soldier, 6 stencils, 20 stickers, 2 activity books, and crayons. WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD–Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. CAUTION–Staples contain functional sharp points.
Knights in Armor Paper Dolls by A. G. Smith 2 dolls with 8 detailed, historically accurate suits of armor, including coats of mail worn by Norman knights (ca. 1066), Crusaders, English and German knights, 13th–15th centuries.
Knights in Armor Stained Glass Coloring Book by A. G. Smith Eight medieval warriors — on horseback, armed for battle, preparing for a jousting tournament, and more — glow with life when colored and placed near a bright light.
Knights, Weapons and Armor CD-ROM and Book by Paul Lacroix, Carol Belanger Grafton Extraordinary compilation features 281 black-and-white images of swords, helmets, coats of mail, daggers, shields, battle-axes, warships, and more. Collected from rare books and loaded with historic appeal.
Battling Knights Sticker Picture Puzzle by Steven James Petruccio Apply colorful puzzle pieces to grid and create an exciting picture of two medieval warriors fighting atop stately steeds. 32 stickers.
Fun with Knights Stencils by Marty Noble Six sturdy stencils depict gallant warriors on horseback, standing with their shields, wielding swords, and more. Perfect for enhancing a host of flat surfaces.
Medieval Knights Stickers by John Green Twenty accurate, realistic sticker illustrations of English, French, German, and other knights — striding into combat, astride chargers, in other action. Add a touch of chivalry to notes, cards, packages, much more.
Soldiers and Warriors: An Illustrated History by Jack Coggins This crackling survey of military might from ancient Egypt to the modern era spotlights frontline foot soldiers and their weapons, uniforms, tactics, and training. 250 black-and-white illustrations.
Annals of a Fortress: Twenty-two Centuries of Siege Warfare by Eugene-Emmanuel Viollet-le-Duc, Benjamin Bucknall Written by a famous architect and military engineer, this chronicle of 2,000 years in the life of a fictional castle combines a novel's excitement with the authenticity of a historical document.
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD–Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. CAUTION–Staples contain functional sharp points.