Edged Weapons: A Collector's Guide
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear with damage
Pages: Good
For the passionate collector or the curious historian, Edged Weapons: A Collector's Guide stands as an authoritative and indispensable reference work on one of mankind's oldest and most storied categories of artefact. Frederick J. Stephens presents a comprehensive survey of bladed weapons — from swords and daggers to bayonets and knives — chronicling their historical origins, regional variations, and the distinguishing characteristics that determine their rarity and value. Written with the discerning collector firmly in mind, the guide instructs readers on how to identify, authenticate, and assess edged weapons across a broad sweep of cultures and military traditions, making it an essential companion for both the seasoned specialist and the enthusiastic newcomer. Stephens brings a meticulous, scholarly eye to his subject, grounding each entry in historical context while ensuring the practical guidance remains accessible and actionable. The work illustrates how these weapons are not merely instruments of war, but remarkable cultural artefacts that embody the craftsmanship, artistry, and martial philosophy of the civilisations that forged them. Rich in detail and authoritative in tone, this guide raises a compelling question: once you understand the history held within the blade, how could you ever look at one the same way again?
Author: Frederick J. Stephens
Format: Hardback
Published: 1976, Spurbooks Limited
Genre: Antiques & collectibles
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear with damage
Pages: Good
For the passionate collector or the curious historian, Edged Weapons: A Collector's Guide stands as an authoritative and indispensable reference work on one of mankind's oldest and most storied categories of artefact. Frederick J. Stephens presents a comprehensive survey of bladed weapons — from swords and daggers to bayonets and knives — chronicling their historical origins, regional variations, and the distinguishing characteristics that determine their rarity and value. Written with the discerning collector firmly in mind, the guide instructs readers on how to identify, authenticate, and assess edged weapons across a broad sweep of cultures and military traditions, making it an essential companion for both the seasoned specialist and the enthusiastic newcomer. Stephens brings a meticulous, scholarly eye to his subject, grounding each entry in historical context while ensuring the practical guidance remains accessible and actionable. The work illustrates how these weapons are not merely instruments of war, but remarkable cultural artefacts that embody the craftsmanship, artistry, and martial philosophy of the civilisations that forged them. Rich in detail and authoritative in tone, this guide raises a compelling question: once you understand the history held within the blade, how could you ever look at one the same way again?