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Hong Kong: Hong Kong University Press, 2003. An in-depth, scholarly monograph examining the history, techniques and traditions of archery in China, from its origins in approximately 1500 BCE to the present day. Covers a wide range of bow and arrow designs, materials and techniques used in construction, decorative elements, accessories and archaeological finds of ancient crossbow mechanisms, bronze and stone arrowheads. The author, a linguist and widely recognized expert on Asian weaponry, is also a practicing archer. A fascinating and highly recommended study. Text in English with key sections including excerpts from original ancient Chinese text. 418 pp., illustrations in colour & b&w, chronological chart, detailed bibliography of English and Chinese sources, index.. First Edition. Soft Cover. As New. 24 x 16.5 cm.
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- Title Chinese Archery
- Author Selby, Stephen
- Binding Paperback
- Language ENG
- Publisher Hong Kong University Press, Hong Kong
- Date 2000
- ISBN 9789622095014
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