PSL Guide to Wargaming by Quarrie, Bruce - 1980

Wargaming as a hobby rather than a method of instructing army officers has seen a phenomenal surge in popularity over recent years and a corresponding growth in sophistication and complexity. Beginning with an introduction that explains the origins and basic principles of wargaming, the book is divided into chapters each of which outlines the warfare, weapons and tactics of a different historical period. The Ancient and Medieval periods, the 16th and 17th century pike and shot period, the 18th century and Napoleonic periods, the Crimean, American Civil and Franco-Prussian wars, the colonial period and the Second and First World Wars are all covered. Each chapter has been written by an established authority and conveys the full atmosphere and immediacy of the era under consideration, as well as the background historical detail necessary for an accurate re-enactment. Each chapter is followed by a set of easily understandable but realistic playing rules.Book in very good condition apart from tiny… Read More

P. Stephens, 1980. Hardcover. Good.