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Iron and Steel Swords of China Authored by Alex J. Huangfu
Published by Ming Tie Chu Ban She, July, 2007, 250pp
Text in Chinese, 2000 illustrious photographs and pictures of color, paperback
Dimensions: 9.50x6.80x0.75 inches
Weight: 31 oz The iron and steel swords have occupied a long and important position in the history of China. They were the predominant form of weaponry for many dynasties.
When their usage was reduced in the battles because of the advancement of firearms, the sword carrying soldiers and guards become necessary parts of every
official functions and royal ceremonies. In addition, swords are treasured by the nobles and riches to illustrate their social rankings.
The purpose of this book is to present a systematic introduction of this complex and illustrious topics. Descriptions and evaluations are given in the book
to every important sword, the shift of functions of swords through the history and the reflection of the shift with time in its form and style, design and
decoration, production and materials used of swords.
The author, Mr. Alex J. Huangfu, is a graduate of the prestigious Beijing University, and has a rich background in Chinese culture and civilization.
His love of swords starts right after graduation from college and in his late twenties, and has devoted his time and energy to study the sword for than
twenty years. Mr. Huangfu is now recognized as one of the prominent sword expert and collector in China. He has written a number of articles for professional magazines and been interviewed by many national and local television stations including CCTV (Beijing) and Phoenix TV (Hong Kong). Table of Contents:
Preface Chapter I - The Emergence and Rise of Iron Swords: Xia, Shang and Zhou Dynasties -- Warring States Chapter II - The Dominance of Iron Swords in Replacement of Bronze Swords: Qin and Han Dynasties Chapter III - The Development of Iron Swords: Three Kindoms, The Two Jins, The Northern and Southern Dynasties Chapter IV - The Summit of Iron Swords: Sui and Tang Dynasties Chapter V - The Maturity of Iron Swords - Song and Yuan Dynasties Chapter VI - The Decline of Iron Swords - Ming Dynasty Chapter VII - The Final Glory and Fall of Iron Swords - Qing Dynasty Chapter VIII - The End of the Iron Period - The Republican Period
Here is 2 min. video programs to introduce Alex Huangfu and his book |
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