The projectile-throwing engines of the ancients
Payne-Gallwey, Ralph Sir • 1973 • Rowman and Littlefield
- Author
- Payne-Gallwey, Ralph Sir
- First published
- 1973
- Publisher
- Rowman and Littlefield
- Genres
- Art · History
- Subjects
- Military art and science · History · Catapult · Bow and arrow
- ISBN
- 9780854097760
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Originally published in 1907, Sir Ralph Payne-Gallwey’s work serves as a pioneering technical study of medieval artillery, specifically focusing on the engineering and reconstruction of siege engines like the ballista, catapult, and trebuchet. Written by a dedicated amateur military historian, the book was born out of a desire to bridge the gap between historical literature and mechanical reality, drawing heavily on Payne-Gallwey’s own practical experiments with full-scale models.
The 1973 Rowman and Littlefield edition acts as a facsimile reprint of the original research, which remains highly regarded for its detailed diagrams and clear explanations of mechanical principles. While some of Payne-Gallwey’s specific interpretations regarding historical accuracy have been debated by modern scholars, the text continues to be a cornerstone for enthusiasts of ancient military technology due to its unique blend of meticulous observation and hands-on experimentation.
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