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The Book of the Sword  
Author: Richard Francis Burton
ISBN: 0486254348
Format: Handover
Publish Date: June, 2005
 
     
     
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Book Description
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.





The Book of the Sword

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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.

     



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