The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Small Arms: From Hand Cannons to Automatic Weapons

This comprehensive, fully illustrated reference volume covers the evolution of small arms from primitive spears to portable rocket launchers.
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Small Arms details more than 1,000 weapons, complete with full-color photographs. Featuring arms from around the world and across history, this stunning guide highlights the intricacies that make each variety unique, tying in historical anecdotes as well as the history of certain brands.