The Gladius: The Roman Short Sword

by M.C. Bishop

Book Overview

One of the most feared weapons in the ancient world, the gladius was lethal both on the battlefield and in the arena. Literary sources tell of the terror it inspired, while archaeological evidence of wounds inflicted is testament to its deadly effect. By pulling together strands of literary, sculptural, and archaeological evidence, renowned expert M.C. Bishop creates a narrative of the gladius' development, exploring the way in which the shape...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1472815858
• ISBN13: 9781472815859
• Release Date: November 2016
• Publisher: Osprey Publishing (UK)
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.1" x 9.6"