weapons

What can you do with paper clips and other tiny items that fall under your bed or get lost in a drawer? Send them flying with your own miniature launcher! With step-by-step instructions to create a tabletop version of this medieval machine using simple materials found around the house.

This is a photo essay examining the design, construction, and uses of hand weapons and armor from a Stone Age axe to the revolvers and rifles of the Wild West.

A fascinating and detailed overview of the life of a medieval knight, including his noble origins, rigorous training, life as a mounted warrior and feudal lord, courtly romances and leisure pursuits. An authoritative history of the crusades in Palestine and Europe: the lands that were lost and won; the rise and fall of the religious orders of the Knights Templar and Knights Hospitaller; and the inspiration that motivated the crusader knights.

Explores the real-world science behind the batarangs and grapnels used by Batman in his utility belt.

Describes the science behind the armor, weapons, training, and tactics used by Samurai warriors in combat.

Describes the science behind the armor, weapons, training, and tactics used by ninjas in their missions and in combat.

"Learn about the history of weapons technology and find out what it takes to make it in this exciting career field."--Provided by publisher.

Learn about the dangerous weaponry, bloody wars, and difficult training that marked the life of a medieval knight.

Introduces weaponry used in World War II, describing how fighter pilots worked, weapons used by soldiers on land, and how vessels at sea fought one another.

Many centuries ago, the powerful Aztec empire dominated much of what we call Mexico today. Their society was blood-thirsty and violent, yet the Aztecs also created beautiful artwork, complex calendars, and chocolate! Lots of chocolate! Take a journey to long ago and far away: Come see the empire of the Aztecs.