The Encyclopedia Of The Sword
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Author | : Markus Sesko |
Publisher | : Lulu.com |
Total Pages | : 554 |
Release | : 2014-09-30 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 131256315X |
This completely new encyclopedic reference for the Japanese sword contains about 2,500 terms, many of them illustrated by photos and drawings. The Encyclopedia of Japanese Swords is an A-Z general encyclopedia covering each and every part of the sword: the blade, the mountings, the fittings, and all their different interpretations. Further, this encyclopedia also explains the literal or etymological meaning of each Japanese term and provides an even deeper insight into the subject.
Author | : Nick Evangelista |
Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing USA |
Total Pages | : 716 |
Release | : 1995-05-23 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 0313369739 |
From the gruff, sword-toting swashbucklers of the Middle Ages to modern adventure epics like The Princess Bride, the aura surrounding the sword is one that is both romantic and pragmatic. Thoughts of this weapon bring to mind images of the Knights of the Round Table, Zorro, the Three Musketeers—the things daydreams are made of. Historically, the fate of the empires revolved around the sword; nations rose and fell based on the power of their swordsmen. For centuries it was the weapon of choice in settling personal disputes. Today, the art of sword fighting has been incarnated as the dynamic, chess-like sport of fencing. It has also played an important part in the history of theatre and film, and it has been part of literature for as long as there have been books. In its varied guises, the sword has for centuries figured in the world's varied cultures, myths, and politics. Yet, there has never been a comprehensive volume on the subject of the sword until the publication of this encyclopedia. For the first time, in a single volume one can locate information on the history of sword types and styles around the world; techniques of combat sword use; techniques and styles of modern sport fencing; names and descriptions of various fencing implements and weapon types; swashbuckler films and the fencing masters who influenced the genre; significant individuals who have taught sword use; the sword at the Olympics; the literature in which the rapier, foil, or broadsword has figured; and much, much more. Essential reading for fencing and military history enthusiasts.
Author | : Sir Richard Francis Burton |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 352 |
Release | : 1884 |
Genre | : Antiques & Collectibles |
ISBN | : |
Author | : Ben Boos |
Publisher | : Candlewick Press |
Total Pages | : 97 |
Release | : 2008-09-09 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 0763631485 |
Describes the details of design and history of swords.
Author | : |
Publisher | : Atheneum Books |
Total Pages | : 40 |
Release | : 1995 |
Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | : |
In this retelling which features stained glass illustrations, young Arthur proves himself to be the rightful heir to the throne by being the only one able to pull the sword from the steel anvil.
Author | : Leon Kapp |
Publisher | : Kodansha International |
Total Pages | : 176 |
Release | : 1987 |
Genre | : Antiques & Collectibles |
ISBN | : 9780870117985 |
From raw steel to tempered blade, this text presents a visual account of thencient craft of swordmaking as practiced in modern Japan.
Author | : Peter den Hertog |
Publisher | : Frontline Books |
Total Pages | : 267 |
Release | : 2020-09-30 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 1526772396 |
This investigation into the Nazi leader’s mindset is “an inherently fascinating study . . . a work of meticulously presented and seminal scholarship”(Midwest Book Review). Adolf Hitler’s virulent anti-Semitism is often attributed to external cultural and environmental factors. But as historian Peter den Hertog notes in this book, most of Hitler’s contemporaries experienced the same culture and environment and didn’t turn into rabid Jew-haters, let alone perpetrators of genocide. In this study, the author investigates what we do know about the roots of the German leader’s anti-Semitism. He also takes the significant step of mapping out what we do not know in detail, opening pathways to further research. Focusing not only on history but on psychology, forensic psychiatry, and related fields, he reveals how Hitler was a man with highly paranoid traits, and clarifies the causes behind this paranoia while explaining its connection to his anti-Semitism. The author also explores, and answers, whether the Führer gave one specific instruction ordering the elimination of Europe’s Jews, and, if so, when this took place. Peter den Hertog is able to provide an all-encompassing explanation for Hitler’s anti-Semitism by combining insights from many different disciplines—and makes clearer how Hitler’s own particular brand of anti-Semitism could lead the way to the Holocaust.
Author | : Ernest Gellner |
Publisher | : University of Chicago Press |
Total Pages | : 288 |
Release | : 1989 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 0226287025 |
Elucidates and argues for the author's concept of human history from the past to the present.
Author | : John M. Yumoto |
Publisher | : Tuttle Publishing |
Total Pages | : 208 |
Release | : 2013-01-08 |
Genre | : Antiques & Collectibles |
ISBN | : 1462907067 |
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 considered to be superior even to the famed blades of Western Damascus and Toledo. The Samurai Sword Handbook is a precise exploration of the samurai sword designed for sword collectors as well as anyone intrigued by these ancient blades. Detailing the origins and development of the samurai sword, its historical background, styles, famous schools and differences in construction, this revised edition of the classic reference outlines methods of identifying and researching the sword, as well as caring for it properly. This must-have for sword lovers is sure to be a bestseller. Topics of this Samurai book include: Japanese History and the Samurai Sword Types of swords Parts of the sword Blade shape, construction, and grain The making of the sword Inscriptions and their readings Care and maintenance Appraisal and value Relative point values
Author | : Thomas Laible |
Publisher | : Schiffer Military History |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2015 |
Genre | : Swords |
ISBN | : 9780764348778 |
The history, manufacture, and ancient and modern uses of swords in Europe from the 5th century to today can be found here in one convenient source. Learn sword nomenclature and classification, discover sword physics secrets, and compare the history of swordsmanship in Europe to that of Japan. Practical information on different sword types, including those used by Vikings and Samurai, broadens the reader's understanding of the technical diversity of and relationships between swords from different eras and cultures. Readers can also learn how to tell authentic swords apart from fantasy swords, or "sword-like objects" (SLO), which are commonly used in movies like the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Also, follow the manufacturing process, from welding to pommel construction, and read about historical replicas. Join the authors and countless other featured sword masters and experts on a fact-based and fun-filled adventure from the Middle Ages to modern Europe.