Armour In England

Armour in England: From the Earliest Times to the Reign of James the First by John Starkie Gardner is a comprehensive study of the evolution of armour in England. The book explores the transition period from the reign of Edward I to that of Richard II, focusing on plate-armour, mail-clad warriors, cavalry, bows, crossbows, and horse-armour. It emphasizes head and breast protection, knee-defences, and limb plate-armour. The narrative highlights military display, personal embellishments, and the fusion of functionality and aesthetics in medieval warfare, illustrated with intricate details of armour from the period.