Эварт Окшотт is the confessed in the whole world scientist specialized on history of weapon. In this book an author describes many types of swords, copies and daggers in detail, sparing the special attention to the period of middle Ages. Edition is provided with plenty of the illustrations executed by the hand of author. A book is intended not only for specialists but also for those, who would like nearer to become acquainted with history of origin and perfection of weapon and panoplies.