Profiles different types of soldiers who have used stealth as a weapon, including ninja, Mamluks, and Koas.

Looks at the exploits of ten of the most ruthlessly determined soldiers, rebels, conquerors, and military leaders from throughout history.

A Brief Illustrated History of Warfare charts the history of warfare all the way through from the early charioteers and spear throwers, through Roman legions, knights, and siege machines, through to musketeers and the military arms used in the two world wars, then all the way through to the use of smart weapons today. With stunning full-color images and illustrations, this beautiful book is sure to fascinate the young reader.

This book describes warfare during the Middle Ages (500 to 1500 A.D.), from swords and bows and arrows to knights on horseback with lances to cannon and handguns in the 1300s.

Discusses the daily life of ancient Romans including their families, homes, occupations, education, and methods of worship.

Describes weapons and warfare used during the Middle Ages.

Examines warfare in the Middle Ages, looking at arms and armor used from the eleventh century to the 1600s, explaining how armor and weapons were made, and discussinghow knights were armed, the conduct of battles, sieges, horses, and other topics.

Discusses wars, battles, leaders, kings, and conquerors during the Middle Ages.