A Deadly Art
Dirk Breiding
Beginning in the middle ages, the European aristocracy’s enthusiasm
for the crossbow heralded shooting competitions and pageants that
featured elaborately decorated weapons bearing elegant
embellishments of rare materials and prized artistry. In addition
to being highly functional, these weapons were magnificent works of
art. A Deadly Art includes fascinating descriptions of crossbows
used by Margaret of Savoy and Holy Roman Emperors Maximilian I and
Charles V, among others.
Format 21,6 x 24,1 cm, Klappenbroschur, 160 Seiten, 160 farbige
Abbildungen, Best.-Nr. YAL003