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The Crossbow: Its Military and Sporting History, Construction and Use,Used
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This unique exploration of a weapon used for centuries will fascinate historians and enthusiasts alike. The crossbow, probably introduced to England by the Norman invaders in 1066, was once considered so barbarous that it was prohibited as a 'weapon hateful to God and unfit for Christians.' Sir Ralph PayneGallwey, an accomplished engineer, here describes military and sporting crossbows and their dimensions, components, and ranges; provides hardtofind information on crossbow construction; gives details about modern crossbows such as bulletshooting crossbows and boltshooting crossbows; and peeks at unusual crossbows like the Chinese repeating crossbow. Comprehensively illustrated with original drawings and selections from historical manuscripts, this is a necessary reference book for anyone who hunts with a crossbow or collects or studies weapons of the past.
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- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'The Crossbow: Its Military and Sporting History, Construction and Use'? A: The book explores the history, construction, and use of the crossbow, detailing its military and sporting applications.
- Q: Who is the author of this book and what are his qualifications? A: The author, Ralph Payne-Gallwey, was an accomplished engineer with expertise in crossbows and weapons.
- Q: What kind of information can I find in this book regarding crossbow construction? A: The book provides hard-to-find information on the dimensions, components, and construction techniques for various types of crossbows.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners interested in crossbows? A: Yes, the book is suitable for both beginners and enthusiasts, offering detailed explanations and illustrations.
- Q: Does the book cover modern crossbows? A: Yes, it includes information on modern crossbows, including bullet-shooting and bolt-shooting types.
- Q: Are there illustrations in the book? A: Yes, the book is comprehensively illustrated with original drawings and selections from historical manuscripts.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: The book contains 400 pages.
- Q: When was 'The Crossbow: Its Military and Sporting History, Construction and Use' published? A: The book was published on April 17, 2007.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This book is available in its first edition.
- Q: Can this book be useful for collectors of historical weapons? A: Yes, it serves as a necessary reference for anyone who collects or studies historical weapons.