One of the most feared weapons in the ancient world, the gladius was lethal both on the battlefield and in the arena.
He is based in Nottinghamshire, UK..
Peter has since contributed to hundreds of books, including many Osprey titles.
Peter Dennis studied illustration at Liverpool Art College.
This is his first book for Osprey.
He has written, co-written, or edited dozens of books and articles on the subject, and leads tours of Hadrian\'s Wall and other Roman sites.
Bishop is an authority of Ancient Rome at war, with an emphasis on arms and armor.
About the Author: Writer, publisher, and archaeologist M.
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Drawing together historical accounts, excavated artifacts, and the results of the latest scientific analyses of the blades, this volume reveals the development, technology, training and use of the gladius hispaniensis: the Sword that conquered the Mediterranean.
Bishop creates a narrative of the gladius\' development, exploring the way in which the shape of the Short Sword changed as soldiers and gladiators evolved their fighting style.
By pulling together strands of literary, sculptural, and archaeological evidence, renowned expert M.
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Literary sources tell of the terror it inspired, while archaeological evidence of wounds inflicted is testament to its deadly effect.
One of the most feared weapons in the ancient world, the gladius was lethal both on the battlefield and in the arena
