Description
Title: A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration and Use of Arms and Armor in All Countries and in All Times
Author: George Cameron Stone
Edition: Typically reprinted by Jack Brussel (1961), or Dover Publications (1999), originally published in 1934
Format: Hardcover or large softcover (typically 694 to 745 pages depending on edition), oversized reference book with black‑and‑white illustrations throughout
Content Overview:
This monumental encyclopedia is one of the most comprehensive and authoritative references on arms and armor ever published. Covering weapons, armor, and related terminology from all cultures and periods—European, Asian, Middle Eastern, African, and American—it includes detailed entries on swords, daggers, spears, shields, firearms, ceremonial pieces, and decorative techniques.
Entries are arranged alphabetically like a dictionary and supported with over 900 illustrations and engravings, making it an indispensable reference for historians, collectors, reenactors, and museum professionals. This work is especially valued for its cross-cultural scope and meticulous historical accuracy.
