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Books contained on Patrick Kelly's list, sorted by update time: 
Brassey's Book of the Crusades by David Miller  -- Details the various Christian military orders and Saracen armies-- Examines the weapons, armor, strategy, and tactics used in the major battles and sieges-- ...
 Show DetailsAn interesting book that at times becomes a bit too overly apologetic and politically correct in regards to the christian involvment in the crusades. Still, it is a good resource for outlining the chronology and events of the era. —Updated Nov 7, 2005 The Vikings (Europa Militaria Special S.) by Nurmann/Schulze, Britta Nurmann, Carl Schulze  A remarkable photographic recreation of the appearance of the Norse explorers, invaders and colonists of 8th-11th century Europe. The combination of specialist ...
Show DetailsLike the other books in this series this volume is heavily illustrated with high quality color photos. Unfortunately the historical accuracy of the equipment displayed therein is somewhat dubious. As with other books of this kind this one relies heavily on photos of ... • Read full review —Updated Nov 7, 2005 Caesar's Legions: The Roman Soldier 753 BC to 117 AD by Nicholas V. Sekunda, Simon Northwood, Michael Simkins  The city of Rome was founded, not by the sons of Mars as myth would have it, but by the amalgamation of separate communities of the Palatine and Quirinal hills ...
Show DetailsThis book combines several previous Osprey titles into one volumes. The text is fairly good for an Osprey book and a bit more detailed than most. The color plates are well done by the likes of Angus McBride, Richard Hook, and the late Ronald Embleton. A good ... • Read full review —Updated Nov 7, 2005 An Historical Guide to Arms & Armor by Stephen Bull  Describes portable arms and armor from the time of the Greeks and Romans to the early nineteenth century
Show DetailsAs with most coffee table books this one hits the high points without going into a huge amount of detail. It's a good book for the beginner and a worthwhile addition to a larger library due to the inclusion of many large hi-quality photos. —Updated Nov 7, 2005 Warriors of Christendom by John Matthews  illustrated history of the Crusades
Show DetailsThis book is one of the usual compilations that Osprey often publishes as an attempt to convince the reader that they're getting something new. In fact, this book is a compilation of several older Osprey entries. It features the same high and low points that all ... • Read full review —Updated Nov 7, 2005 The Book of the Sword: With 293 Illustrations (Dover Military History, Weapons, Armor) by Sir Richard F. Burton  Eloquent, exceptionally erudite history of the "Queen of Weapons." Traces sword's origin — from prehistory to its full growth during early Roman Empire. ...
Show DetailsBurton's book is worthwhile simply for the fact that it is the 'newest' book written by a man who actually had occasion to use a sword somewhere other than the training hall. Much of it's information on ancient and medieval weapons may seem laughable by todays ... • Read full review —Updated Nov 7, 2005 Knight In Medieval England 1000-1400 (Medieval Military Library) by Peter Coss  The author draws on fresh research for a new interpretation of the actual role of the knight in England during the middle ages. The knight underwent a process of ...
Show DetailsAn interesting look at the political and financial place of the Knight in medieval England. While this book isn't neccesarily a hardcore book in the arms and armor area it is worthwhile in understanding the Knights place in society. —Updated Nov 7, 2005 Celtic Warriors: 400BC-160AD by Tim Newark  Looks at Celtic history in Great Britain and Europe, describes their armor, weapons, leaders, and culture, and recounts their battles against Germanic, Norse, and ... Show DetailsAny fan of the Osprey books will love this one. As with all Osprey offerings it's a bit light on the historical data but the text does manage to hit the high points. The book is also full of the excellent artistic work of artist Angus McBride (I use the term of ... • Read full review —Updated Nov 7, 2005 The Viking Art of War (Greenhill Military Paperback) by Paddy Griffith  In this thought-provoking book the author ex plores the Viking art of war in theory and practice, address ing such topics as strategic mobility, operational ...
Show DetailsThis book is a bit of a disappointment. It is interesting from an historical perspectiive, however, nordic methods of warfare aren't gone into with as much detail as the title would suggest. A good general reference addition to any library but hardly a stand-alone ... • Read full review —Updated Nov 7, 2005 Hastings 1066 by Georges Bernage  Hastings is perhaps the most famous battle ever fought on English soil and resulted in William, Duke of Normandy, becoming King of England. Popularly known as ...
Show DetailsTo say that I am disappointed in this book would be an understatement. In fact, this book could more accurately be described as 'Hastings: what not to do". The book is full of so many fallacies, both literary and visual, that it has no credibility. Examples: Exact ... • Read full review —Updated Nov 5, 2005
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