H 297 x W 210 mm
220 pages
Illustrated throughout in colour.
Published Aug 2022
ISBN
Paperback: 9781803270302
Digital: 9781803270319
Keywords
Oman; Arabia; Weapons; Swords; Daggers
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Omani men carried personal weapons until relatively recently. Swords and daggers were part of daily life attire and are still worn in social events. This book describes all the main types of Omani edged weapons, their origin, structure and accessories, with supporting illustrations and references to examples from museums and private collections.
Introduction ;
1 Oman and the “Steel Road” ;
2 Swords and Sabers ;
3 Omani Swords ;
4 Omani Shields ;
5 Omani Daggers ;
6 Omani Axes ;
7 Omani Spears and Lances ;
Endnotes ;
Bibliography ;
Index ;
Appendix – The Desert Lord of Sinaw and his Iron Weaponry ;
The Funerary Complex ;
The Iron Sword and Daggers