The Routledge Companion to Medieval Warfare

By: Jim Bradbury

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Paperback | 1 December 2006 | Edition Number 1

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392 Pages

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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. br i The Routledge Companion to Medieval Warfare /i is presented in themed, illustrated sections, each preceded by a narrative outline offering a brief introduction. Within each section, Jim Bradbury presents clear information on battles and sieges, and generals and leaders. br The author examines practical topics including castle architecture, with examinations of specific castles, ship building techniques, improvements in armor, specific weapons and developments in areas such as arms and armor, fortifications, tactics and supply. br Readable and engaging, this detailed volume provides students with an excellent collection of archaeological information and clear discussions of controversial issues.

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'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"

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