The Crooked Stick. A History of the Longbow by Hugh D. H. Soar - 2009

U S A: Westholme Publishing, 2009. Paperback. The Crooked Stick. Although the longbow is best known for its deployment during the Hundred Years' War, its origins lie with anceitn Saxon seafighters and Welsh craftsmen, while today the bow is a vibrant part of the traditionaly archery scene. Through a remarkable command of primary sources and a judicious use of material evidence - including his own important collection of longbows - the author establishes the deep connections of this bow to the British Isles and chronicles its use in warfare and society. In addition to the illustrated text, the book contains appendices detailing the history and design of bracers, tabs and tips, quivers, and arrowheads associated with the longbow. Illustrated. 241 pp. (We carry a wide selection of titles in The Arts, Theology, History, Politics, Social and Physical Sciences. academic and scholarly books and Modern First Editions ,and all types of Academic Literature). 1st Printing. Soft Cover. Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" Tall Octavo. Paperback.