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Chris Gravett - World of Knights and Chivalry - 9781841653822 - V9781841653822
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World of Knights and Chivalry

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Description for World of Knights and Chivalry Paperback. From their Roman origins through to the battlefield heroes of the Tudor age, this vibrant history of knights and chivalry covers the customs of knighthood in the Middle Ages, the evolution of the armoured knight, how knights fought and battles they fought in, and the legacy which gives modern recipients this honour. Num Pages: 32 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3H; HBJD1; HBLC1; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 69 x 90 x 3. Weight in Grams: 158.

From their origins of Roman knights through to the battlefield heros of the Tudor age, here is an exciting and vibrant history of this fascinating subject. This lavishly illustrated Pitkin Guide covers the origins and customs of knighthood in the Middle Ages to the evolution of the armoured knight as a battlefield weapon. Through examples of battles in which they fought, the guide explores how knights did fight, and their evolution from battlefield soldier through the post-1700s orders of knighthood. Discover the origins of the legacy which gives modern recipients the public honour of knighthood.

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Includes a list of places to visit including castles, cathedrals, abbeys and manor houses.

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Product Details

Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
32
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
Number of Pages
32
Place of Publication
, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781841653822
SKU
V9781841653822
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 5 to 9 working days
Ref
99-5

About Chris Gravett
Chris Gravett is an assistant curator of armour at the Tower Armouries who specialises in the arms and armour of the medieval world. As well as acting as an advisor for film and television projects, Chris Gravett has also authored a number of books including Pitkin's The World of Knights and Chivalry.Chris Gravett is an assistant curator of armour at ... Read more

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