The Illustrated World Encyclopedia of Guns: Pistols, Rifles, Revolvers, Machine and Submachine Guns Through History in 1100 Photographs - Rilegato

Fowler, Will; North, Anthony; Stronge, Charles; Sweeney, Patrick

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ISBN 10: 0754820653 ISBN 13: 9780754820659

Casa editrice: Lorenz Books, 2009

Riassunto

This comprehensive encyclopedia of firearms is both an authoritative reference work and a stunning visual directory, explaining the development of arms through the centuries, and showing the capabilities and individual specifications of modern weapons.

The chronological survey of arms begins with gunpowder and the first crude 14th-century hand cannons, and continues through handguns, matchlocks, wheel-locks and black powder flintlocks used in the Napoleonic Wars and the American Revolutionary War and Civil War. This primary section outlines the technological advances of this period, such as the percussion principle and the beginnings of the modern cartridge system. It also describes the beginning of mass production and the craft of the gunmaker.

Firearm design from 1800 to the present day is dominated by the manufacture of arms for major worldwide conflicts, and the development of machine and submachine guns. This book chronicles the history and development of classic machine guns, such as the Hotchkiss and Maxim, and looks in detail at iconic submachine guns such as the Thompson M1928A1 or `Tommy Gun'. Modern arms are closely examined, including the rise of Super Magnum revolvers, semiautomatic pistols and assault rifles.

The directories present a superb pictorial guide to the most significant pistols, revolvers, rifles, machine and submachine guns. Enthusiasts can quickly find specific guns, all with full information and color photography. Each gun's features are listed, as are the military, political and technological contexts in which the gun was developed.

A full list of manufacturers and a glossary complete this easy-to-use encyclopedia which is essential reading for everybody interested in gun manufacture and conflicts of war.

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L'autore:

Will Fowler has worked in journalism and publishing since 1972, specializing in military history and defense technology. He is the author of over 30 books covering military technology and conflicts from the 19th century to the Second Gulf War.
Anthony North has worked for many years at the Victoria & Albert Museum, London, giving him unique access to many historic weapons. He has written and lectured on the subject of arms, armor, metalwork and antiques since the 1970s.
Charles Stronge is an experienced editor and writer who has worked for many years in the fields of politics, international affairs and military history. He also worked as an Editor for Jane's Information Group and is the author of several books.
Patrick Sweeney competes and teaches others in the use of firearms. He has written a number of books and articles, including Gunsmithing: Rifles, The Gun Digest Book of the AR-15 and Modern Law Enforcement Weapons and Tactics.

Product Description:

Book by Fowler Will North Anthony Stronge Charles Sweeney

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Lorenz Books
• Data di pubblicazione: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0754820653
• ISBN 13: 9780754820659
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero di pagine: 512