Arms and Armor of the Medieval Knight: An Illustrated History of Weaponry in the Middle Ages

(Вооружение и доспехи средневековых рыцарей) Книга рассказывает об эволюции вооружения и доспехов средневековых рыцарей с момента зарождения рыцарства до его заката. Издание содержит большое количество прекрасных цветных и ч/б фотографий средневековых скульптур, иллюстраций из рукописей, картин и подлинных предметов. A well-organized examination of the evolution of arms used by knights through the Middle Ages Includes numerous photos, a glossary, and appendices on armor construction. Beginning with the origins of knighthood and covering the armor and weapons used in each century in detail from the 11th through the 16th, Arms & Armor is packed with wonderful photos of surviving examples of armament as well as arms as depicted in artwork of the day. The authors clearly explain how items were likely to be worn and implemented and when they are first known to have been in use. The selection of artwork and artifacts makes Arms & Armor a highly enjoyable book to browse as well as a useful reference. Any medieval enthusiast will find something to like in its pages... An illustrated survey of knights, their weapons, their battles and wars, and tournaments. Includes glossary of terms and an appendix detailing construction of armor