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With a Bended Bow: Archery in Mediaeval and Renaissance Europe Paperback – September 1, 2017

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Archery is one of mankind’s most ancient skills and the bow was Europe’s most important weapon for centuries. English archers in the Hundred Years War sometimes outnumbered men-at-arms by as many as ten to one. With a Bended Bow covers all aspects of the manufacture of ‘artillery’, the shooting styles and the uses of mediaeval and Renaissance archery based upon contemporary manuscripts, preserved artefacts and accurate reproductions. The book is in two parts. The Guilds considers bows and arrows and their manufacture, for citizens and for the crown. The Archers is about the use of bows in practice, in hunting, and in warfare. The book is illustrated throughout with mediaeval illustrations and line drawings by the author.Over the past ten to fifteen years, there has been an explosion of interest in mediaeval history and ‘primitive’ or instinctive archery. Re-enactment groups have mushroomed in the United States and Canada, New Zealand, Great Britain and continental Europe. This book answers many questions asked by members of such groups and by those with an interest in the Mediaeval period. How were bowstrings attached? How long were clothyard arrows? Were laminated bows used? Were bow sights used? What kind of targets were made? Did combat archers actually shoot accurately, or just rely on mass volleys? With a Bended Bow is a significant contribution to our understanding of the Middle Ages.
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    The History Press
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    September 1, 2017
  5. Dimensions
    6.14 x 0.9 x 9.21 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0750983744
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0750983747
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Erik Roth attended the University of California at Berkeley. He is a lifelong medieval enthusiast, an archery specialist, and a member of the archery group Saint Hubert's Rangers. He has written for Primitive Archer magazine and makes authentic Longbows. He lives in Ontario.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ The History Press (September 1, 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0750983744
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0750983747
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.3 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.14 x 0.9 x 9.21 inches
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Training Director
5.0 out of 5 stars Great History Read
Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2021
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I'm an archer so biased -- but really enjoyed this book
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Rick F
5.0 out of 5 stars Definitive Medieval Archery Book
Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2012
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This is a book for those who love traditional archery. Every aspect of medieval archery is covered, including a fascinating chapter on actual archery tournaments of the middle ages. It doesn't take long to realize that the author has done some serious research on this subject, and here it is, presented in a very interesting format. This book answers many questions which conventional or 'light' research would never reveal. Well done Erik Roth.
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matt
4.0 out of 5 stars good read
Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2013
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Well rounded book about archery in the history of England. A few chapters seem repetitive on certain subjects. But a good read.
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Jeff Norton
5.0 out of 5 stars Ye olde archery primer
Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2014
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Book came recommended from a Medieval blog, for those whom are interested in the old art of the longbow and archery. It satisfies that very well.

Very glad I picked this up, and given to the wife as a Christmas present, since she's interested in that practice, and loves all things from this period of time (she fell in love with The Tudors...)
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musubi
5.0 out of 5 stars Bended Bow
Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2013
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The author has done an excellent job of covering the subject very precisely. A thoroughly researched and authoritative work on the subject.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
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good book
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DarkStar
4.0 out of 5 stars Great historical read for Archery Enthusiasts
Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2013
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Easy to understand and full of great info. All archery enthusiasts should read this at least once. Get it now!
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3.0 out of 5 stars Solid reading for archery enthusiasts, not a modern research.
Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2013
Bought it because it is new and has sections on crossbows. Not impressed -while facts provided by the book are mostly solid, they are now mostly common knowledge for re-enactors and researchers. Book feels like revised collection of ten or fifteen years old articles. Of course this exactly because enthusiast like Erik were creating this "common knowledge" all these years :)

It is good starting point for archery enthusiasts discovering history of bow. Clearly presented, fun to read - but still not a serious research. Price is steep but still it is better than hunting articles in old magazines.
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Deanna Trembath
5.0 out of 5 stars Great purchase
Reviewed in Canada on September 19, 2018
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Excellent quality. On time delivery
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Lenscom
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Reading
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 9, 2017
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Brilliant account of the history of the longbow a must read for every Archer.
My only gripe is the price is much higher than other suppliers but I was locked into getting a Kindle version.
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David Parker
5.0 out of 5 stars For anyone interested in archery this is a remarkable insight ...
Reviewed in Australia on August 23, 2015
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For anyone interested in archery this is a remarkable insight into how archery integrated with society over hundred of years. Very readable and hard to put down.
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Kerry Brown
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on August 17, 2015
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A fascinating accurate historical account of Medieval Acrchery by an author known for his attention to detail
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Roy Barker
5.0 out of 5 stars This book covers everything concerning medieval archery in detail. ...
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 2, 2016
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This book covers everything concerning medieval archery in detail. Other books written about the subject, I find leave a lot of unanswered questions, such as: How did medieval archers practice archery and on what? this book answers the lot!
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