Bowie Knife
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: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This compelling historical account chronicles the fascinating origins and evolution of the iconic Bowie Knife. It meticulously details the life and legend of James Bowie, the frontiersman whose name became synonymous with the formidable blade. The narrative uncovers the cultural impact and enduring mystique surrounding this legendary weapon, tracing its journey through American history. Thorp presents a vivid portrait of a pivotal era, illustrating how the knife became a symbol of rugged individualism and frontier justice. This authoritative work offers a comprehensive look at both the man and the weapon that shaped a significant chapter in American lore.
Author: Raymond W. Thorp
Format: Paperback
Published: 1993, Phillips Publication.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This compelling historical account chronicles the fascinating origins and evolution of the iconic Bowie Knife. It meticulously details the life and legend of James Bowie, the frontiersman whose name became synonymous with the formidable blade. The narrative uncovers the cultural impact and enduring mystique surrounding this legendary weapon, tracing its journey through American history. Thorp presents a vivid portrait of a pivotal era, illustrating how the knife became a symbol of rugged individualism and frontier justice. This authoritative work offers a comprehensive look at both the man and the weapon that shaped a significant chapter in American lore.