The Sword In Anglo-Saxon England : From The 5Th To 7Th Century

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. In addition to those who have written the essays there are many others who have contributed to the ideas, theories and discussions presented in this book. Illustrations - 180 colour; 76 black & white

• | Author: Paul Mortimer, Matt Bunker
• | Publisher: Anglo-Saxon Books
• | Publication Date: Mar 01, 2019
• | Number of Pages: 478 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Paperback
• | ISBN-10: 1898281769
• | ISBN-13: 9781898281764