Weapons and Armor

by Rupert Matthews

Book Overview

Weapons and armor have been used to hunt and wage war since the first humans walked the planet. The earliest spears date back 400,000 years! As civilizations and technologies advanced, so did weapons and armor. Through this unique lens, readers delve into some exciting periods of history in many different cultures. Egyptian shields, Greek helmets, Roman gladiatorial garb, and more are examined in this wide-ranging book. In addition, Chinese armor,...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1482421933
• ISBN13: 9781482421934
• Release Date: December 2014
• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.6" x 11.0"
• Age Range: 9 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 6