Frederick Edgar Wilkinson Libri

A guide to nearly 4000 years of sword making from the Bronze Age to World War II. On the basis of technical excellence and cultural significance, emphasis is given to European, Islamic and Japanese weapons. It also covers those of Africa, Mesoamerica, China, Central Asia and Indonesia.

Previous owners stamps inside. 256 page reference with many illustrations.

Traces the history of armor and edged weapons in Europe from ancient times through World War II. Also includes sections on North America, Africa, and Asia.

Large Hardcover. 192 pp. Describes the pistol's evolution and use both as a weapon of war - valued alike by horsed cavalrymen and tank crews - and of peace, or 'peace with honour' in the duellists' view. Illustrated with 250 pictures, many in color.

Wilkinson outlines the development of the handgun, from rudimentary beginnings to the revolutionary designs of Samuel Colt to today's high-precision weapons.

This guide to guns and rifles illustrates each weapon in detail, describing its use and fire-power. The book covers all types of hand-guns and rifles, with their ammunition.