"The Book of the Sword" is an exciting journey into the world of ancient legends and military workshops. The author of the book, Sir Richard Francis Burton, talks about the history, symbolism and secrets of collecting swords. This book is not only full of facts and information about swords from different eras, but also contains an in-depth analysis of the meaning of the sword in the culture and psychology of mankind. From ancient rituals to the modern Eastern art of swordsmanship, The Book of the Sword will fascinate both fans of military history and connoisseurs of martial arts philosophy.