Igor D. Gorewicz - Miecze Europy. Book (Second Edition)

How was the first sword developed? What are damascene, dziwer and boule? Were swords given names? What did the Romans wield and what did the Barbarians chop with? How were knights belted? What was special about Roland's sword and what did the real Excalibur look like? What is a ring sword? Did the Vikings ball their swords? Why did the Spartans fight close to the enemy?

The second revised edition of the book "Swords of Europe," in which the author traces the history and symbolism of the sword over three and a half thousand years, from its origins in the Bronze Age to the 17th century, when it evolved into other weapons. He reveals the flow of technology and ideas through eras and regions, how the sword is the focus of Europe's piercing history and culture. It presents the symbolic meanings and rituals, and introduces the profiles of the most famous swordsmen in history. He traces the evolution of manufacturing technology, shape, size and uses. Using the world literature on the subject, the author does not shy away from the Polish point of view. All this in a modern and aesthetically pleasing form, with the use of beautiful photos, dozens of original graphics and diagrams, forming a concise story.

The book in Polish language version.

Technical data
Author: Igor D. Gorevich
Year of publication: 2021
Binding: hardback
Format: 250 x 176 mm
Number of pages: 208
Publisher: Bellona