How Long to Read Medieval Arms and Armour: a Sourcebook. Volume II: 1400-1450

How Long Does it Take to Read Medieval Arms and Armour: a Sourcebook. Volume II: 1400-1450?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 34 minutes to read Medieval Arms and Armour: a Sourcebook. Volume II: 1400-1450 by Ralph Moffat

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Authoritative reference guide, using the documents in which arms and armour first appeared to explain and define them. Medieval arms and armour are intrinsically fascinating. From the smoke and noise of the armourer's forge to the bloody violence of the battlefield or the silken panoply of the tournament, weapons and armour - and those who made and bore them - are woven into the fabric of medieval society. This sourcebook will aid anyone who seeks to develop a deeper understanding by introducing and presenting the primary sources in which these artefacts are first mentioned. Over a hundred original documents are transcribed and translated, including wills and inventories, craft statutes, chronicle accounts, and challenges to single combat. The book also includes an extensive glossary, lavishly illustrated with forty-six images of extant armour and weapons from the period, and contemporary artistic depictions from illuminated manuscripts and other sources. This book will therefore be of interest to a wide audience, from the living history practitioner, crafter, and martial artist, to students of literature, military history, art, and material culture.ence, from the living history practitioner, crafter, and martial artist, to students of literature, military history, art, and material culture.ence, from the living history practitioner, crafter, and martial artist, to students of literature, military history, art, and material culture.ence, from the living history practitioner, crafter, and martial artist, to students of literature, military history, art, and material culture.

How long is Medieval Arms and Armour: a Sourcebook. Volume II: 1400-1450?

Medieval Arms and Armour: a Sourcebook. Volume II: 1400-1450 by Ralph Moffat is 267 pages long, and a total of 68,619 words.

This makes it 90% the length of the average book. It also has 84% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Medieval Arms and Armour: a Sourcebook. Volume II: 1400-1450 Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 14 minutes to read Medieval Arms and Armour: a Sourcebook. Volume II: 1400-1450 aloud.

What Reading Level is Medieval Arms and Armour: a Sourcebook. Volume II: 1400-1450?

Medieval Arms and Armour: a Sourcebook. Volume II: 1400-1450 is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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