The Routledge Companion to Medieval Warfare
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Published:26th Feb '04
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This comprehensive volume provides easily-accessible factual material on all major areas of warfare in the medieval west. The whole geographical area of medieval Europe, including eastern Europe, is covered, including essential elements from outside Europe such as Byzantine warfare, nomadic horde invasions and the Crusades.
Progressing chronologically, the work is presented in themed, illustrated sections, with a narrative outline offering a brief introduction to the area. Within each chronological section, Jim Bradbury presents clear and informative pieces on battles, sieges, and generals.
The author examines practical topics including:
- castle architecture, with examinations of specific castles
- ship building techniques
- improvements in armour
- specific weapons
- developments in areas such as arms and armour, fortifications, tactics and supply.
Readable and engaging, this detailed provides students with an excellent collection of archaeological information and clear discussions of controversial issues.
'This work of reference in useful ... [it] has some very useful and well-set-out material ... [a] very good handbook.' - History
'In this book ... [Jim Bradbury] delivers clear and concise writing, and shows a wide range of knowledge ... this is a very handy reference work ... [and] a positively useful addition to the collection of any university library.' - Bulletin of International Medieval Research
ISBN: 9780415221269
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 884g
392 pages