The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. Excerpt from A New Chapter in an Old Story: Being an Interesting Account of the Strange Steps by Which a Great Modern Business Has Grown Out of Ancient Conditions Together With a Look Into the Future (Classic Reprint)
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some errors may persist, however we consider it worth publishing due to the work's historical value.The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book tells the fascinating story of the evolution of firearms, from the earliest stone-throwing weapons used by prehistoric humans to the advanced firearms of the early 20th century. The author takes us on a captivating journey through time, revealing how the ingenuity and determination of countless individuals across the ages have shaped the development of weapons that have defined warfare and hunting for millennia. We learn about the invention of the sling, the bow and arrow, the crossbow, and the transformative arrival of gunpowder, all of which represent key milestones in the development of firearms. The book also delves into the rise of Remington Arms and Union Metallic Cartridge Company (UMC), tracing their growth from humble beginnings to their positions as leaders in the industry, and exploring their impact on the evolution of the gun, ammunition, and hunting technology. The bookââ â¢s meticulous historical account reveals a complex and enthralling tapestry of human innovation, showcasing the profound and enduring impact of firearms on the course of history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330716793_0
Quantité disponible : Plus de 20 disponibles
Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330716793
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330716793
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)