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Guns on the Early Frontiers: A History of Firearms from Colonial Times through the Years of the Western Fur Trade,Used
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Here is a book for the historian, the student, the gun collector or aficionado. . . . It approaches understatement to call Guns on the Early Frontiers an outstanding contribution to firearms literature. It sets its own standard.'New York Times. 'A Glossary of Gun Terms, ample footnotes most skillfully arranged and illustrations beyond the dreams of avarice complement the text, which achieves the miracle of scholarship without tedium.'W.H. Hutchinson, San Francisco Chronicle. 'Not the least interesting portions of the book are the notes and glossary and the excellent bibliography. Here [is] a book designed primarily for the serious collector or gun historian, but whose readable style should appeal even to the casual amateur. The collecting of old guns, whether privately or by a public institution, involves a certain responsibility. These guns, whose history is inextricably linked with the history of settlement, require something more than careful preservations. They requireand the present volume goes far to supplyaccurate documentation.'Canadian Historical Review. Carl P. Russell, a leading authority on firearms of the American frontier, was coordinator of planning for the science and history museums and other interpretive facilities of the National Park Service in the Western United States.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Guns on the Early Frontiers'? A: The book primarily explores the history of firearms from colonial times through the Western fur trade, providing insights into the role of guns in American frontier history.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Carl P. Russell, a recognized authority on firearms of the American frontier.
- Q: What type of readers would benefit from this book? A: This book is suitable for historians, students, gun collectors, and anyone interested in the history of firearms and their impact on American settlement.
- Q: Does the book include a glossary or footnotes? A: Yes, 'Guns on the Early Frontiers' features a glossary of gun terms and ample footnotes that enhance the reader's understanding.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 395 pages.
- Q: When was 'Guns on the Early Frontiers' published? A: The book was published on October 1, 1980.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'Guns on the Early Frontiers'.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Are there any illustrations in the book? A: Yes, the book includes illustrations that complement the text and provide visual context to the historical content.