The Book of the Sword.

£950 · Offered by Maggs Bros Ltd

The first (and only) volume of a projected three-volume work. Burton’s aim was to provide a history of the weapon and detail its use in all countries. He held a long fascination with swords and was an accomplished swordsman in his own right. This is a fine contribution to the scholarship of the subject.

• Year: 1884

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