A weapon causes the permanent interest conditioned by life. There is expression: "Sword in life of warrior is not simply weapon, it is part of his body, part of the soul". History of weapon can be compared to the fate of humanity : becoming the object of worship, a weapon grew into the symbol of epoch. In time a weapon became complicated and acquired new forms. Knives, daggers, swords, axes, halberds, spears, lances, revolvers, pistols, guns.In splendidly illustrated edition told about history of development of weapon from antiquity to our days. Great number of photos, technical data on every type of weapon do this book an irreplaceable reference book. This book for professionals and amateurs, collectors and all those, who is interested in history of weapon.