Engines Of War Or Historical And Experimental Observations On Ancient And Modern Warlike Machines And Implements

Engines of War is a comprehensive book written by Henry Wilkinson that focuses on the development and use of war machines and implements throughout history. The book covers a wide range of topics, including ancient and modern siege engines, artillery, firearms, and other war-related technologies.The book is divided into several sections, each of which explores a different aspect of war machines and implements. The first section provides an overview of the history of war machines, including their origins and evolution over time. The second section focuses on ancient war machines, such as battering rams, catapults, and siege towers. The third section covers medieval war machines, including trebuchets, ballistae, and early firearms.The fourth section of the book explores the development of artillery during the Renaissance and early modern periods, including the use of cannons and mortars. The fifth section covers the use of war machines in naval warfare, including the development of ships and cannons. The final section of the book focuses on the use of modern war machines and implements, including tanks, planes, and missiles.Throughout the book, Wilkinson provides detailed descriptions of each war machine and implement, as well as their historical significance and impact on warfare. He also includes illustrations and diagrams to help readers better understand how these machines were constructed and used.Overall, Engines of War is a fascinating and informative book that provides a comprehensive overview of the development and use of war machines and implements throughout history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history or the evolution of technology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.