{"product_id":"the-medieval-longsword","title":"The Medieval Longsword","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe formidable European longsword - featuring a double-edged straight blade in excess of 40in, and capable of being used with one or both hands - remains one of the most impressive and distinctive edged weapons of the late medieval era. Also known as the 'bastard' sword and the 'hand-and-a-half' sword, the longsword evolved from the war swords and great swords of the 14th century, and emerged as a battlefield weapon in the early stages of the Hundred Years' War. It went on to become a key weapon on the battlefields of late medieval Europe, creating a new system of sword fighting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing together period sources, modern technical analysis and his own experiences with the longsword, Neil Grant explores the origins, manufacture and evolving use of this iconic late-medieval edged weapon. Illustrated throughout with specially commissioned full-colour artwork and an array of period illustrations and close-up photographs, this is the enthralling story of one of late-medieval Europe's most distinctive and deadly close-combat weapons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Osprey Games","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56048172728698,"sku":"ZOS-9781472806000","price":13.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/9970\/8282\/files\/The-Medieval-Longsword.jpg?v=1760976692","url":"https:\/\/zatu.com\/en-au\/products\/the-medieval-longsword","provider":"Zatu Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}