The Military History Book

A beautiful book which I bought for my son-in-law who loves all things Military. It's a fascinating history of everything you could think of. He was very pleased with it and for such a detailed, hardback book it was very reasonably priced.

I would reccomend this illustrated guide to anyone interested in military history. It contains hundreds of superbly photographed genuine artefacts, high quality reproductions and models. The text clearly states where reproductions have been used. As a guide to the development of weaponary over the centuries the book is outstanding, including, as it does, some very rare and interesting weapons. A delight for the person with a general interest in all things military, the model maker and those who love fine arms. Although seemingly expensive the production values and the sheer quality of illustration makes this volume well worth having on you shelf.

A must buy for any history fan, with the best explanations of key figures, weapons, and battles I have ever seen in a book. The layout is clear, and the information is relevant and interesting. Along with the 'History: Year By Year' book (also by DK), I can honestly say that there is not a better general history guide I have come across- the price may seem a little steep, but it is worth it. Crucial for any bookshelf!!

A great quality edition, large format, thick paper, beautifully pictures. Informative, good balance between visual and descriptive sections. My son loves it. It is a good introduction into the subject, I definitely recommend it to anyone interested in it.

Excellent product, with really good illustrations...perhaps a bit too advanced for a 12-year old grandchild...sophisticated enough for adults with special interests in war, warfare and weapons...Eurocentric, of course, written from the point of view of the victors, and with emphasis on the modern era, from about 1900 to now....(wonder how a text on the same subject would have looked, if written/compiled by a Maori, Tutsi, or Zulu writer, or by any historian from any of the many conquered peoples?)...but, within those limitations, very good, instructive and informative...all products by DK we have bought have been excellent...so also this one...

My Godson is over the moon with this book. He is 12 and is mad about military stuff, and is even drawing from the illustrations. This book holds a wealth of information and variety of historic war facts with excellent illustrations.

Great birthday present for my young nephew who has an interest in military history

Bought for my military library.

Same as described and has good quality

Pretty much covers a great deal, saves me getting off the couch to go to the bookshelf for one particular period of military history No Stukas but beautifully illustrated (& fantastic photographs too)

O livro é absolutamente lindo, dizem pra não julgar um livro pela capa, mas a capa maravilhosa e dourada já é um sinal do que se encontra dentro. O interior é como a exposição de um museu, com as várias peças em fotografias enormes e detalhadas, cada uma com uma descrição do que é e da sua importância relativa ao momento histórico. Como numa mostra, painéis intercalados mostram a linha do tempo e detalham o período das peças e os principais desenvolvimentos e tecnologias da época. São centenas de peças que cobrem todos os períodos históricos desde a idade da pedra até o séc. XXI. Um livro apaixonante, mesmo que mostre a realidade horrível da guerra.

Muy completo. Hce referencia a muchas batallas que fueron hitos desde el punto de vista de avance técnico militar. Muy buen acabado, es un libro con peso, de los que nos gustan a los amantes de los libros técnicos tipo enciclopedicos. Buenos graficos e ilustraciones.

Great book - amazing gift for history nerds