Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 133455580X ISBN 13: 9781334555800
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of fortifications, exploring their historical development and the principles behind their construction. The author guides the reader through the evolution of fortifications from ancient times to the era of gunpowder, showcasing how these defensive structures adapted to the changing face of warfare. From the towering walls of medieval castles to the intricate bastions and ramparts of the bastion system, the book unravels the strategic and architectural nuances of these fortified structures. It examines the key elements of a fort, such as the rampart, parapet, and ditch, and explores the various systems of fortification, including the bastion, polygonal, tenaille, and circular traces. The book goes beyond the mere mechanics of construction to delve into the tactical considerations that underpinned each system, and the principles of active and passive defense. By tracing the historical development of fortifications and analyzing the various systems employed throughout history, this book offers valuable insights into the strategies and innovations that have shaped military architecture. 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. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0267682638 ISBN 13: 9780267682638
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.