The Sword in Anglo-Saxon England
from the 5th to 7th century
Published on 11. February 2019
Book
Paperback/Softback
478 pages
978-1-898281-76-4 (ISBN)
Description
The contributors to this book bring their practical and academic knowledge to an exploration of new ideas and information about the making and use of swords in the early Anglo-Saxon period. They provide an insight to the symbolism of swords, their decoration and place in society. Other items carried and worn by warriors are similarly treated.
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Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Illustrations
180 colour. 76 B&W
Dimensions
Height: 255 mm
Width: 205 mm
Thickness: 29 mm
Weight
928 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-898281-76-4 (9781898281764)
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Schweitzer Classification