Over 400 detailed illustrations in this excellent pictorial trace the evolution of clothing styles, armor, and weapons from the medieval period in Central Europe. Unsurpassed in quality and variety, the meticulous research and well-documented text draws upon a wealth of authentic primary resources: written accounts, contemporary paintings and sculpture, the remains of textiles and other relics found in tombs. This wonderful book will offer the general reader an intriguing and authentic insight into the exciting medieval times, and provides artists, historians, students, etc. with a highly accurate source of reference material.