This fully illustrated study draws upon the latest research to tell the enthralling story of the Roman short sword at war, and will appeal to Roman historians, reenactors, and wargamers.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN-10
1472815858
ISBN-13
9781472815859
eBay Product ID (ePID)
219147375
Product Key Features
Author
M. C. Bishop
Language
English
Topic
Ancient / Rome, Military / Weapons, Firearms & Weapons
Dimensions
Item Length
9.8in
Item Height
0.3in
Item Width
7.3in
Item Weight
9.2 Oz
Additional Product Features
Book Title
Gladius : the Roman Short Sword
Series Volume Number
51
Lc Classification Number
U853
Reviews
"I found the section on 'Manufacture' quite enlightening as M. C. Bishop utilizes scientific analysis of the blades to further understanding the evolution of the gladius." - IPMS/USA