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Arab Archery, An Arabic Manuscript Of About A.D. 1500: A Book On The Excellence Of The Bow And Arrow And The Description Thereof

Arab Archery, An Arabic Manuscript Of About A.D. 1500: A Book On The Excellence Of The Bow And Arrow And The Description Thereof

Faris, Nabih Amin
Elmer, Robert Potter

Paperback

ArcheryTravel GeneralGeneral Military History

ISBN10: 1432628836
ISBN13: 9781432628833
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Mar 1 2007
Pages: 200
Weight: 0.78
Height: 0.42 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
Arab Archery is a book that provides a comprehensive guide to the art of archery as practiced by Arabs in the 16th century. Originally written in Arabic around A.D. 1500, this manuscript is a treasure trove of information on the use of bows and arrows in warfare, hunting, and sport. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the different types of bows and arrows, the materials used in their construction, the techniques for shooting accurately, and the various strategies for using them in battle. It also includes detailed descriptions of the various types of arrows, their fletching, and the various types of bows and their accessories. The author of the book, Faris, Nabih Amin, was a renowned scholar of Arabic literature and history, and his expertise in these fields is evident in the depth and breadth of his knowledge of archery. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of archery or the culture of the Arab world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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