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Knives and Swords: A Visual History by Inc. (cor) Dorling Kindersley Publisher Comments Whether it's the short gladius of the Roman Legionary or the North American Bowie knife, Knives and Swords looks at more than three hundred of the most important sharp-edged weapons from the last five thousand years. Learn all about legendary warriors... (read more) Your price: $15.95 New - Trade Paper 
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The Art of the Catapult: Build Greek Ballistae, Roman Onagers, English Trebuchets, and More Ancient Artillery by William Gurstelle Publisher Comments Whether playing at defending their own castle or simply chucking pumpkins over a fence, wannabe marauders and tinkerers will become fast acquainted with Ludgar, the War Wolf, Ill Neighbor, Cabulus, and the Wild Donkey--ancient artillery devices known... (read more) List Price $16.95 Your price: $8.98 Sale - Trade Paper
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The Samurai Sword: A Handbook by John M Yumoto Publisher Comments The samurai sword: a symbol of the spirit of old Japan, it embodies the samurai's steel discipline, unswerving devotion and peerless skill. With its creation, a feat of craftsmanship passed down by generations of artisans, the samurai sword is generally... (read more) List Price $27.95 Your price: $10.98 Sale - Hardcover
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Weapon #3: Medieval Handgonnes: The First Black Powder Infantry Weapons by Sean Mclachlan Publisher Comments Osprey’s new Weapon series provides a highly-detailed yet affordable overview of the development, use, and impact of small arms throughout history—from the sword to the machine gun. Journey back to the time when handguns had no moving... (read more) List Price $17.95 Your price: $12.50 Used - Trade Paper
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A History of Greek Fire and Gunpowder by J R Partington Publisher Comments The book includes chapters on gunpowder and weapons in Muslim lands, India and China, including fire books, the use of gunpowder as a propellant, the artillery of the Mughal Emperors, and the use of saltpetre in explosives. It traces the development of... (read more) List Price $29.95 Your price: $15.95 Used - Trade Paper
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The Catapult: A History (Weapons in History) by Tracey Rihll Publisher Comments Complete with line drawings and illustrations, this history uses ancient literary sources and the latest archeological findings to tell the story of this first machine of war.... (read more) List Price $29.95 Your price: $20.00 Sale - Hardcover
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Samurai Weapons: Tools of the Warrior by Don Cunningham Publisher Comments Weapons, particularly bladed ones such as swords, are enjoying a renaissance of interest from every source, from collectors to laypeople. The samurai, a glorified figure in Japan and the West, employed a variety of weapons, not least of which was the... (read more) List Price $29.95 Your price: $13.95 Sale - Hardcover
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The Samurai Sword: A Handbook by John M Yumoto Publisher Comments This best-selling handbook to the samurai sword details the origins and development; its historical background, styles and famous schools; differences in construction; and outlines methods of identifying and researching the sword, as well as caring for... (read more) List Price $21.95 Your price: $8.95 Used - Hardcover
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Samurai Swords by Clive Sinclaire Publisher Comments For 700 years Japanese civilization was dominated by a single warrior caste. This project looks at the weaponry of Samurai men and women over the centuries with specifically commissioned photography of reenactors wearing and museum-quality clothing and... (read more) Your price: $19.98 Sale - Hardcover
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Catapult: Harry and I Build a Siege Weapon (Harvest Book) by Jim Paul Publisher Comments An “enormously entertaining” (Smithsonian), “clever, subtle, and adroit” account (Wall Street Journal) of how the author and his friend constructed a medieval siege engine in a San Francisco backyard. “So funny that I could... (read more) List Price $16.00 Your price: $3.50 Used - Trade Paper
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Scottish Arms and Armour (Shire Collections) by Fergus Cannan Publisher Comments The Scottish warrior has throughout history been armed with some of the most famous and instantly recognisable weapons and armour ever produced. From the majestic Highland two-handed sword and the diminutive sgian dhu that tucks into the sock of every... (read more) Your price: $19.95 New - Trade Paper
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Sword of the Samurai: The Classical Art of Japanese Swordsmanship by George R Parulski Publisher Comments Discover the colorful history of sword making, the ryu of Japan, the samurai code of honor and the Zen tradition of swordsmanship. Parulski covers the uniform and how its worn, fighting postures, conditioning, training with the suburito and traditional... (read more) List Price $39.95 Your price: $27.50 Sale - Hardcover
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The Samurai Sword: A Handbook by John M Yumoto Publisher Comments This best-selling handbook to the samurai sword details the origins and development; its historical background, styles and famous schools; differences in construction; and outlines methods of identifying and researching the sword, as well as caring for... (read more) List Price $17.95 Your price: $11.95 Used - Trade Paper
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Weapon #5: Katana: The Samurai Sword: 950-1877 by Stephen Turnbull Publisher Comments The Samurai sword of Japan is probably the finest edged weapon ever made. This volume, written by leading Samurai expert Stephen Turnbull, reveals the story of how and why it achieved this distinction, from the sword's unique metallurgy to its use in... (read more) Your price: $17.95 New - Trade Paper
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Medieval Archer by Jim Bradbury Publisher Comments Includes bibliographical references (p. 180-188) and index.... (read more) List Price $27.25 Your price: $19.95 Used - Trade Paper
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An Historical Guide to Arms & Armor by Stephen Bull Synopsis This beautifully illustrated reference traces the history of protective military apparel throughout the centuries and across the world, providing a chronicle both rich in texture and broad in scope.... (read more) List Price $35.00 Your price: $20.00 Used - Hardcover
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The Book of the Sword by Richard Francis Burton Publisher Comments 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... (read more) List Price $12.95 Your price: $4.95 Used - Trade Paper
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Arms & Armor of the Samurai by Ian Bottomley Publisher Comments With introduction by Dr. Y. Sasan. Expertly written and researched history of Japanese weaponry. Traces the rise, development, and demise of the Samurai who dominated Japan for over 700 years. With many previously unpublished photographs. 270... (read more) Your price: $21.00 Used - Hardcover
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European Arms & Armor by Charles Ashdown Your price: $10.95 Used - Hardcover
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The Book of the Sword by Sir Richard Francis Burton List Price $12.95 Your price: $11.49 Google eBooks - Electronic
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