: Some specialized reviewers on Amazon have called the text "superficial" or "misleading," particularly regarding early weapons like the Roman pilum, and suggest it may be too vague for those who already have a deep knowledge of the subject. User Feedback
: Experts from the University of Toronto note that Smith’s background at the Royal Armouries provides a deep understanding of how these items were actually made and used.
“Confused text, misleading, inconclusive, speculative or equivocal, poorly constructed and superficial throughout.” www.amazon.co.uk
The book tracks the incremental evolution of weaponry from the fall of the Roman Empire to the beginning of the Renaissance. It is organized chronologically into four main periods: Carolingian Crusade Late Medieval
by Kelly DeVries and Robert D. Smith is generally considered a strong introductory reference for anyone looking to understand the evolution of arms and armor from the 4th to the 15th century. Core Content & Scope
This title is available in both hardcover and ebook formats from several retailers:
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: Some specialized reviewers on Amazon have called the text "superficial" or "misleading," particularly regarding early weapons like the Roman pilum, and suggest it may be too vague for those who already have a deep knowledge of the subject. User Feedback
: Experts from the University of Toronto note that Smith’s background at the Royal Armouries provides a deep understanding of how these items were actually made and used. Medieval Weapons: An Illustrated History of The...
“Confused text, misleading, inconclusive, speculative or equivocal, poorly constructed and superficial throughout.” www.amazon.co.uk : Some specialized reviewers on Amazon have called
The book tracks the incremental evolution of weaponry from the fall of the Roman Empire to the beginning of the Renaissance. It is organized chronologically into four main periods: Carolingian Crusade Late Medieval It is organized chronologically into four main periods:
by Kelly DeVries and Robert D. Smith is generally considered a strong introductory reference for anyone looking to understand the evolution of arms and armor from the 4th to the 15th century. Core Content & Scope
This title is available in both hardcover and ebook formats from several retailers: