Description
From clubs and bow and arrows to machine guns and nuclear bombs, this engaging survey reveals the intricate role of weapons and warfare throughout human history. Milton Meltzer’s fascinating overview explores the social background of weapons—how and why they were developed—and the ways in which they changed warfare from prehistoric times to the present. 1996 ‘Pick of the Lists’ (ABA)
1997 Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers (ALA)
1997 Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers (ALA)
Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
85 pages
Language
English
Published
Oct 25, 1996
Publisher
HarperColl
Editions
2 editions
ISBN-10
0060248769
ISBN-13
9780060248765