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"Firearms An Illustrated History" by DK Smithsonian is a comprehensive and visually stunning hardcover book that delves into the history of guns and weapons. Published in 2014, this book features detailed illustrations and informative content, making it a valuable resource for history enthusiasts and gun enthusiasts alike.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherDorling Kindersley Publishing, Incorporated
ISBN-101465416056
ISBN-139781465416056
eBay Product ID (ePID)167922072
Product Key Features
LanguageEnglish
TopicAntiques & Collectibles, History, Military / Weapons, Military / Pictorial, Firearms & Weapons
AuthorDk
Dimensions
Item Height1 In.
Item Length11.4 In.
Item Weight59.7 Oz
Item Width9.6 In.
Additional Product Features
Publication Year2014
Reviews"[ Firearms ] is one of the best visual overviews available of the historical development of firearms, with brilliant photography and an emphasis on artistic as well as technological achievements." Library Journal " Firearms is a coffee-table book guaranteed to provide several evenings' worth of entertaining reading to any gun or history enthusiast in search of a general overview of firearms development." The Armchair General magazine "Beginning historical novelists who don't know much about firearms in their chosen era will find an excellent introduction in this book. It offers worldwide coverage, not just Western arms, and true to DK's tradition, provides excellent and detailed color photographs of examples of weapons over the centuries." Historical Novel Society "[A] complete historical overview illustrated with excellent photography." American Gunsmith, "[ Firearms ] is one of the best visual overviews available of the historical development of firearms, with brilliant photography and an emphasis on artistic as well as technological achievements." Library Journal " Firearms is a coffee-table book guaranteed to provide several evenings' worth of entertaining reading to any gun or history enthusiast in search of a general overview of firearms development." The Armchair General magazine, "[ Firearms ] is one of the best visual overviews available of the historical development of firearms, with brilliant photography and an emphasis on artistic as well as technological achievements." Library Journal " Firearms is a coffee-table book guaranteed to provide several evenings' worth of entertaining reading to any gun or history enthusiast in search of a general overview of firearms development." - The Armchair General magazine, "[ Firearms ] is one of the best visual overviews available of the historical development of firearms, with brilliant photography and an emphasis on artistic as well as technological achievements." Library Journal " Firearms is a coffee-table book guaranteed to provide several evenings' worth of entertaining reading to any gun or history enthusiast in search of a general overview of firearms development." The Armchair General magazine "Beginning historical novelists who don't know much about firearms in their chosen era will find an excellent introduction in this book. It offers worldwide coverage, not just Western arms, and true to DK's tradition, provides excellent and detailed color photographs of examples of weapons over the centuries." Historical Novel Society, "[ Firearms ] is one of the best visual overviews available of the historical development of firearms, with brilliant photography and an emphasis on artistic as well as technological achievements." Library Journal
FormatHardcover
Book TitleFirearms: an Illustrated History
Intended AudienceTrade
SynopsisPublished in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institution, Firearms: An Illustrated History charts the evolution of the gun, from the pistol and rifle, to the machine gun and revolver. Detailed catalogs profile more than 300 firearms spanning over 700 years. With virtual tours detailing the most intricate details of key weaponry and photographic features on the world's iconic gun makers, including Colt, Smith & Wesson, Maxim, and Kalashnikov, Firearms: An Illustrated History is the perfect gift for gun, weapon, and military history enthusiasts., The definitive guide to the history of firearms. The beautifully photographed catalog tells the story of gun development in striking detail and features stunning close-ups of key weapons, from muskets, pistols, revolvers and rifles to shotguns, machine guns and modern machinery. Gun, weapon, and military enthusiasts will love the detail in this illustrated guide to guns. Here's what's inside: - Feature pages capture pivotal moments in gun development that changed the nature of human conflict - Double-page-spread articles describe the magic and mystique of the great gunmakers, including Colt, Mauser, Smith, and Wesson - Photographic tours showcase the intricate details of key weapons, highlighting ingenious features and intricate craftsmanship Written by an international team of firearms experts, this fascinating collection features more than 600 weapons and charts the evolution of guns. For over seven centuries, guns have been used for hunting, sport and war. This comprehensive volume gives you access to the world's greatest collections, gunsmiths, and defining gun and military history moments. Firearms: An Illustrated History highlights important moments in gun history from the Chinese discovery of gunpowder to "turning points" like the rifle, with its parallel spiral grooves that make bullets spin and fly straighter. It also showcases iconic firearms such as the Walther PPK self-loading pistol popularised in James Bond films. This fascinating visual account of firearms is an essential purchase for everyone interested in guns and weaponry., The definitive guide to the history of firearms. The beautifully photographed catalog tells the story of gun development in striking detail and features stunning close-ups of key weapons, from muskets, pistols, revolvers and rifles to shotguns, machine guns and modern machinery. Gun, weapon, and military enthusiasts will love the detail in this illustrated guide to guns. Here's what's inside: * Feature pages capture pivotal moments in gun development that changed the nature of human conflict * Double-page-spread articles describe the magic and mystique of the great gunmakers, including Colt, Mauser, Smith, and Wesson * Photographic tours showcase the intricate details of key weapons, highlighting ingenious features and intricate craftsmanship Written by an international team of firearms experts, this fascinating collection features more than 600 weapons and charts the evolution of guns. For over seven centuries, guns have been used for hunting, sport and war. This comprehensive volume gives you access to the world's greatest collections, gunsmiths, and defining gun and military history moments. Firearms: An Illustrated History highlights important moments in gun history from the Chinese discovery of gunpowder to "turning points" like the rifle, with its parallel spiral grooves that make bullets spin and fly straighter. It also showcases iconic firearms such as the Walther PPK self-loading pistol popularised in James Bond films. This fascinating visual account of firearms is an essential purchase for everyone interested in guns and weaponry.
Number of Pages320 pages
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- Apr 26, 2017
one of the best firearm books i have seen, super illustrations, very nice lay out. great book!!!
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Apr 19, 2021
Beautiful Picture Book.
Brought for a gun collector, made a nice gift.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Sep 07, 2021
My kind of Reference book!
Weapon details are well written, the book covered all types of hanguns nicely. Photos were nice.Verified purchase: Yes
- Jan 07, 2017
Awesome coffee table book!
For the gun lover or historian - this is an excellent coffee table book. The photography is outstanding, layout clean and informative. For the hard to buy male - this was a gift he loved.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
