Mediaeval Tournament - Softcover

Clephan, R.Coltman

 
9780486286204: Mediaeval Tournament

Synopsis

Complete, detailed history of English and European tournaments, based on rare manuscripts and original sources. Topics include Arthurian and other round tables, body armor, chain mail, plate armor, royal jousts, introduction of firearms in the 14th century, the tilt, effigies, trial by combat, duels and many other aspects. 24 illustrations. Bibliography. Index.

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Synopsis

An unabridged republication of The Tournament: Its Periods and Phases published by Methuen & Co., London, in 1919. Describes and illustrates in black and white such aspects as Arthurian and other round tables, body armor, chain mail, plate armor, royal jousts, the introduction of firearms, the tilt, effigies, trial by combat, duels, and historical

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