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The Art of the Catapult : Build Greek Ballistae, Roman Onagers, English Trebuchets, and More Ancient Artillery by William Gurstelle (2004, Trade Paperback)

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Whether playing at defending their own castle or simply chucking pumpkins over a fence, wannabe marauders and tinkerers will become fast acquainted with Ludgar, the War Wolf, Ill Neighbor, Cabulus, and the Wild Donkey--ancient artillery devices known commonly as catapults. Building these simple yet sophisticated machines introduces fundamentals of math and physics using levers, force, torsion, tension, and traction. Instructions and diagrams illustrate how to build seven authentic working model catapults, including an early Greek ballista, a Roman onager, and the apex of catapult technology, the English trebuchet. Additional projects include learning how to lash and make rope and how to construct and use a hand sling and a staff sling. The colorful history of siege warfare is explored through the stories of Alexander the Great and his battle of Tyre; Saladin, Richard the Lionheart, and the Third Crusade; pirate-turned-soldier John Crabbe and his ship-mounted catapults; and Edward I of England and his battle against the Scots at Stirling Castle.

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PublisherChicago Review Press, Incorporated
ISBN-101556525265
ISBN-139781556525261
eBay Product ID (ePID)30222590

Product Key Features

Book TitleArt of the Catapult : Build Greek Ballistae, Roman Onagers, English Trebuchets, and More Ancient Artillery
Number of Pages192 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicScience & Nature / Experiments & Projects, Military / Weapons, Technology / How Things Work-Are Made
Publication Year2004
IllustratorYes
GenreHistory, Juvenile Nonfiction
AuthorWilliam Gurstelle
Intended AudienceAges 2-3, Ages 9-12, Ages 4-8, Under 2 Years
FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight12.3 Oz
Item Length9.8 in
Item Width7 in

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Reviews"A fascinating look at world history, military strategy, and physics, related with an engaging yet lighthearted touch." -- School Library Journal. "This book is a hoot . . . the modern version of Fun for Boys and Harpers Electricity for Boys." -- Natural History. "Fascinating." -- Seattle Post-Intelligencer. "Puts the weapons in context of their times." -- Sacramento Bee.
Dewey Edition22
Grade fromFourth Grade
Lccn2004-004866
Target AudienceJuvenile Audience
Dewey Decimal623.4/41
Lc Classification NumberU875.G87 2004

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